Data Center Technician - United Kingdom - Blackpool - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in Blackpool, United Kingdom is seeking a Data Center Technician to provide on-site support at local data centers. The role involves hands-on work with server hardware, cabling, and network infrastructure, with duties spanning rack installation, cross-connects, diagnostics, and client-site access coordination.

Candidates should reside near Blackpool or nearby data centers, be able to lift 25kg+ equipment, and commit to flexible hours including weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with data center infrastructure.
• Knowledge of server hardware, networking, and cabling standards.
• Reliable transportation and proximity to local data centers.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift 25kg+ equipment.
• Flexible availability including weekends/holidays for urgent requests.

Responsibilities

• Remote Hands & Smart Hands support (cabling, power cycling, hardware swaps)
• Server rack installation and decommissioning
• Cross-connect and patch panel management
• Hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Visual inspections and inventory audits
• Escort and access coordination for client visits
• Emergency response and on-call availability

Skills

Hands-on DC infra

Server hardware

Networking cabling

English communication

Lift 25kg+

Flexible schedule

Job description

About Reboot Monkey

Reboot Monkey is a global leader in data center services, operating in 166 countries and over 2,300 cities worldwide. Our mission: "3 engineers within 1 hour of every data center globally."

The Role

We're looking for a skilled Data Center Technician in Blackpool, United Kingdom to provide on-site technical support at local data center facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Remote Hands & Smart Hands support (cabling, power cycling, hardware swaps)
• Server rack installation and decommissioning
• Cross-connect and patch panel management
• Hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Visual inspections and inventory audits
• Escort and access coordination for client visits
• Emergency response and on-call availability

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with data center infrastructure
• Knowledge of server hardware, networking, and cabling standards
• Reliable transportation and proximity to local data centers
• Strong communication skills in English
• Ability to lift 25kg+ equipment
• Flexible availability including weekends/holidays for urgent requests

Nice to Have

• Certifications: CompTIA Server+, Network+, CDCP, CCNA
• Experience at major DC providers (Equinix, Digital Realty, NTT, CyrusOne)
• Structured cabling expertise (fiber, Cat6, DAC)
• Data center or IT infrastructure experience
• Server hardware and networking knowledge
• Reliable and professional with strong communication
• Proximity to local data center facilities
• Flexible schedule for on-call/emergency work