On-site Data Center Technician - Contract (Flexible Hours)

Reboot Monkey; Lyon; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in Lyon, France is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site freelance work. You will perform hardware installations, decommissions, migrations, and cabling in mission-critical facilities, coordinating with remote NOC and client teams.

The role requires 2+ years in data center infrastructure, hands-on server hardware experience, and strong cabling skills. Certifications are preferred; lifting and on-site presence are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in data center or IT infrastructure roles.
• Strong cabling skills for copper and fiber (Cat5e/6/6a, single/multi-mode).
• Experience with server hardware (Dell/HP/Supermicro).
• On-site, physically capable to lift 50+ lbs in raised-floor environments.
• English communication skills for client coordination.
• Preferred data center and network certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Execute structured cabling and patch panel work.
• Rack, stack, and label servers and equipment.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.
• Document work with photos and notes; coordinate with NOC/client teams.

Skills

Data center experience

Strong cabling skills

Server hardware knowledge

Professional communication in English

On-site work readiness

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP/CDCS or similar)

Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred

Tools

DCIM systems

Ticketing systems

Fiber inspection equipment

Cable testers

Label makers

Job description

Reboot Monkey in Lyon, France is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site freelance work. You will perform hardware installations, decommissions, migrations, and cabling in mission-critical facilities, coordinating with remote NOC and client teams.

The role requires 2+ years in data center infrastructure, hands-on server hardware experience, and strong cabling skills. Certifications are preferred; lifting and on-site presence are required.