Data Center Technician - United States - Bothell - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development allowance

Certification sponsorship

Job summary

A leading technology services company in Bothell, United States is looking for a Data Center Technician. This on-site freelance role involves installing and maintaining server equipment, performing cabling, and troubleshooting incidents. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of data center experience, excellent communication skills, and various relevant certifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered alongside a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $75,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years data center operations experience.
• Expert cabling skills with Cat6/6a and fiber.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment.
• Perform structured cabling for copper and fiber optic.
• Monitor environmental systems including power and cooling.

Skills

Data center operations experience

Cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)

Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Rack and stack operations

Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems

Excellent documentation skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 50+ lbs

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE)

Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco)

Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA)

Tools

DCIM platforms

ITIL practices

Job description

About the Role

Join our team as a Data Center Technician in Bothell, United States. This is a freelance, on‑site position where you'll support critical infrastructure at world‑class data center facilities.

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000-75,000/year (USD annual)

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development allowance
• Certification sponsorship

Work Schedule

• Freelance permanent position
• Standard business hours with on‑call rotation
• Shift differentials for nights/weekends when applicable

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment
• Perform structured cabling (copper and fiber optic)
• Execute hardware deployments and decommissions
• Monitor environmental systems (power, cooling, security)
• Respond to incidents and perform troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate documentation and asset tracking
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams
• Participate in capacity planning and upgrades

Qualifications

• 3+ years data center operations experience
• Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience with rack and stack operations
• Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE) - preferred
• Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco) - preferred
• Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA) - preferred
• Experience with DCIM platforms - preferred
• Knowledge of ITIL practices - preferred