Casual Data Center Technician - Napier

JobSpace; Napier; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call pay

Training provided

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking an on-call Data Center Technician for intermittent contract tasks. You will be supported by training and provide essential support for data center operations on behalf of clients.

Work on an on-call basis handling equipment storage, staging, deliveries, replacements and troubleshooting as needed. Requirements include proven data center experience, strong IT hardware knowledge, and the ability to respond to urgent requests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Center Technician or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of data center equipment, IT hardware, and associated technologies.
• Ability to work on an on-call basis and respond to urgent requests.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with data center safety procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• On-call availability to respond to equipment staging and delivery requests.
• Safely and securely store and stage IT hardware and equipment.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of hardware to client sites.
• Perform hardware replacements and upgrades in data center environments.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faulty equipment to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to safety protocols and best practices in data center operations.
• Keep detailed records of equipment movements, issues, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective support.

Skills

Data center equipment

Troubleshooting

On-call availability

Safety procedures

IT hardware familiarity

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Flexibility

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

About Us: We are a trusted provider of data center solutions and IT services. We are currently looking for On-Call Data Center Technicians to join us. If you are an experienced technician seeking flexible, intermittent work in equipment management and hands-on technical support, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Summary: PLEASE NOTE: We are seeking contractors that are available to receive intermittent contract tasks, and can invoice for their work. As an On-Call Data Center Technician, you will be supported by our best-practice training, providing essential support for data center operations on behalf of our clients. You will work on an on-call basis, assisting with equipment storage, staging, hardware deliveries, replacements, and troubleshooting as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-call availability to respond to equipment staging and delivery requests.
• Safely and securely store and stage IT hardware and equipment.
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of hardware to client sites.
• Perform hardware replacements and upgrades in data center environments.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faulty equipment to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to safety protocols and best practices in data center operations.
• Keep detailed records of equipment movements, issues, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and effective support.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Data Center Technician or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of data center equipment, IT hardware, and associated technologies.
• Ability to work on an on-call basis and respond to urgent requests.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with data center safety procedures and protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing work schedules.
• Physical fitness to handle equipment and perform tasks within data center environments.
• Competitive compensation on an hourly basis for on-call work, between $40-$60 per hour.
• Compensation to include travel expenses, parking etc…
• Opportunity to gain experience in data center operations.
• Training and support from our experienced team.
• Exposure to a variety of data center technologies and equipment