Data Center Technician - US - St. Paul - On-site

Rebootmonkey; St. Paul (AK); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A technology service provider is seeking a Data Center Technician for an on-site contract role in St. Paul, US. Responsibilities include hardware installations, structured cabling, and troubleshooting. Candidates should have 2+ years in data center or IT infrastructure, strong cabling skills, and professional communication abilities in English. Preferred qualifications include data center and network certifications. The role offers flexible scheduling and project-based support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments.
• Own transportation and ability to work on-site.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Hardware installations

Cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, fiber)

Troubleshooting connectivity issues

Professional communication

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar)

Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Tools

Screwdrivers

Cable testers

Label makers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

About the Role

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

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