Data Center Technician - US - Thornton - On-site

Reboot Monkey; Thornton Township (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Benefits package included

Job summary

A leading data center service provider is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for full-time work in Thornton, US. This on-site position involves supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities. Key responsibilities include hardware installations, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and executing structured cabling. Candidates should have 2+ years of data center experience, strong cabling skills, and relevant certifications. Additionally, owning transportation and possessing professional communication skills in English are essential.

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

Data center or IT infrastructure experience

Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single-mode/multi-mode fiber)

Professional communication skills in English

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 full-time work in Thornton, US. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.

Engagement Type

• Full-time permanent position
• Standard working hours with on-call rotation
• Career growth opportunities
• Benefits package included

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