Data Center Technician - GB - Wickford - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Wickford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in Wickford seeks a hands-on Data Center Technician to support mission-critical facilities on-site. The role requires installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting data center hardware within raised-floor environments, with on-call rotation.

You will coordinate with NOC and client teams, perform structured cabling, server racking, and patching, and document work with photos and notes. 2+ years of experience and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single-mode/multi-mode fiber) is preferred.
• Experience with server hardware (Dell, HP, Supermicro) is preferred.
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred.
• Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber optic).
• Conduct server racking, stacking, and labeling.
• Perform cross-connects and patch panel work.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.
• Document all work with photos and detailed notes.
• Coordinate with remote NOC and client teams.

Skills

Data center operations

Cabling Cat5e/6/6a

Server hardware

On-site work

English communication

DCIM and ticketing

On-call support

Physical lifting

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for full-time work in Wickford, GB. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

Engagement Type

• Full-time permanent position
• Standard working hours with on-call rotation
• Career growth opportunities
• Benefits package included

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber optic)
• Conduct server racking, stacking, and labeling
• Perform cross-connects and patch panel work
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues
• Document all work with photos and detailed notes
• Coordinate with remote NOC and client teams
• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single-mode/multi-mode fiber)
• Experience with server hardware (Dell, HP, Supermicro)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments
• Own transportation and ability to work on-site
• Professional communication skills in English
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred
• Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred
• Experience with DCIM and ticketing systems - preferred
• Familiarity with major colocation providers - preferred
• Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers, label makers, fiber inspection equipment