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

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

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in Blyth, United Kingdom is seeking a Data Center Technician to provide on-site support at local data center facilities. You will perform Remote Hands tasks, install/decommission racks, manage cross-connects, and troubleshoot hardware while adhering to security and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on data center experience, strong English communication, reliable transportation, and flexibility for weekends or on-call work. Proximity to data centers is essential.

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

Data center infrastructure

Server hardware & networking

Cabling standards

English communication

Lifting 25kg+

On-call flexibility

Tools

CompTIA Server+

Network+

CCNA

Structured cabling (Fiber, Cat6, DAC)

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 Blyth, 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