Data Center Technician - US - Waterbury - On-site

Rebootmonkey; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is looking for an experienced Data Center Technician in Waterbury, Connecticut. This on-site role involves performing hardware installations, structured cabling, and troubleshooting issues at premier data center facilities. Candidates must have 2+ years in IT infrastructure, strong cabling skills, and be able to lift 50+ lbs. Flexible scheduling is available for this contract/freelance engagement. Preference will be given to those with relevant data center certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have strong cabling skills and troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments required.
• Own transportation and availability for on-site work essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations and migrations.
• Execute structured cabling for data center setups.
• Document work with detailed notes and photos.

Skills

Hardware installations

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

Professional communication skills in English

Troubleshooting connectivity and hardware issues

Education

2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience

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 Waterbury, 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