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

Reboot Monkey; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey in McAllen, TX is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work on-site at premier data center facilities. Responsibilities include hardware installations, decommissions, migrations, structured cabling, server racking, cross-connects, and troubleshooting.

You will document work with photos and notes and coordinate with remote NOC and client teams. Must have 2+ years in data center or IT infra, strong cabling skills, and professional English

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single-mode/multi-mode fiber).
• Professional communication skills in English.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on-site.
• Familiarity with major colocation providers - preferred.
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred.

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 skills

English communication

On-site readiness

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Cable testers

Screwdrivers

Label makers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in McAllen, United States. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

Compensation

$25-35/hr (USD hourly)

Rates vary based on experience level and project complexity. Emergency and after-hours work may qualify for premium rates.

Engagement Type

• Contract/Freelance basis


• Flexible scheduling available


• Project-based or ongoing support


• Remote hands and smart hands services

Key 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


• 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)


• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments


• Own transportation and ability to work on-site


• Professional communication skills in English


• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred


• Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred


• Experience with DCIM and ticketing systems - preferred


• Familiarity with major colocation providers - preferred


• Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers, label makers, fiber inspection equipment