Contract Data Center Technician - On-Site, Flexible Hours

Reboot Monkey; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Waterloo, US is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site support of mission-critical infrastructure. The role involves hardware installations, structured cabling, and troubleshooting connectivity issues. Candidates should have strong experience in data centers and server hardware, along with professional communication skills. The position is contract-based, offering flexible scheduling and project-based support.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Execute structured cabling (copper and fiber optic).
• Conduct server racking, stacking, and labeling.

Skills

Hardware installations

Structured cabling

Troubleshooting

Professional communication

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar)

Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Tools

Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers

Job description

A leading technology firm in Waterloo, US is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site support of mission-critical infrastructure. The role involves hardware installations, structured cabling, and troubleshooting connectivity issues. Candidates should have strong experience in data centers and server hardware, along with professional communication skills. The position is contract-based, offering flexible scheduling and project-based support.