Data Center Technician - Mexico - Mérida - On-site

Reboot Monkey; San Luis Potosí; On-site; MXN 193,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in Mérida, Mexico seeks an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work on-site to support mission-critical infrastructure at premier data centre facilities.

Responsibilities include hardware installations, cabling, server racking and labeling, cross-connects, troubleshooting and documentation; you will coordinate with remote NOC and client teams. Must have 2+ years data center/IT infra experience and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single-mode/multi-mode fiber).
• Professional communication skills in English.

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 experience

Cabling (Cat5e/6/6a)

Server hardware (Dell/HP/Supermicro)

English proficiency

Lift 50+ lbs

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Cable testers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Mérida, Mexico. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data centre facilities.

Compensation

$140-200/hr (MXN hourly)

Rates vary based on experience level and project complexity. Emergency and after-hours work may qualify for premium rates.

Engagement Type

• Contract/Freelance basis
• Flexible scheduling available
• Project-based or ongoing support
• Remote hands and smart hands services

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