Data Center Technician — On‑Site Contract (Santa Paula)

Reboot Monkey; Santa Paula (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A data center solutions company is seeking a Data Center Technician for freelance work in Santa Paula, CA. This on-site role involves performing hardware installations, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and executing structured cabling tasks. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in data center environments, strong skills in cabling and server hardware, and professional communication abilities. Certifications such as CDCP or similar are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Expertise in structured cabling, copper and fiber optic.
• Experience working in raised floor environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.
• Coordinate with remote NOC and client teams.

Skills

Cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a)

Server hardware experience (Dell, HP, Supermicro)

Professional communication skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS)

Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Tools

Screwdrivers

Cable testers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

A data center solutions company is seeking a Data Center Technician for freelance work in Santa Paula, CA. This on-site role involves performing hardware installations, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and executing structured cabling tasks. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in data center environments, strong skills in cabling and server hardware, and professional communication abilities. Certifications such as CDCP or similar are preferred.