Data Center Technician — On-Site, Flexible Contract

Reboot Monkey; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey is seeking a Data Center Technician for an on-site contract in Fort Wayne, IN. You will handle hardware installations, cabling, server racking, and cross-connects while coordinating with remote teams.

Strong communication in English and relevant data center experience are required. This freelance position offers competitive $25-35/hour rates, with potential premium for after-hours work and project complexity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.

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

Server hardware

DCIM familiarity

Ticketing systems

Colocation knowledge

English communication

Tools

Screwdrivers

Cable testers

Label makers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

Reboot Monkey is seeking a Data Center Technician for an on-site contract in Fort Wayne, IN. You will handle hardware installations, cabling, server racking, and cross-connects while coordinating with remote teams.

Strong communication in English and relevant data center experience are required. This freelance position offers competitive $25-35/hour rates, with potential premium for after-hours work and project complexity.