Data Center Technician - NO - Øvrebø - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Grimstad; On-site; NOK 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey seeks an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site contract work in Øvrebø, NO. You will handle hardware installations, cabling, server racking, and cross-connects while coordinating with remote NOC and client teams to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires 2+ years data center or IT infra experience, strong cabling skills, and professional English communication. Certifications such as CDCP/CDCS or CCNA are preferred.

Qualifications

• 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

English communication

Tools

DCIM software

Ticketing systems

Fiber inspection equipment

Cable testers

Label makers

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Øvrebø, NO. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

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