On-Site Data Center Technician — Contract, Flexible Hours

Reboot Monkey; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A data center service provider is looking for an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in San Jose, United States. This on-site position focuses on supporting critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities. Responsibilities include performing hardware installations, managing structured cabling, and troubleshooting connectivity issues. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of data center or IT infrastructure experience and strong cabling skills. Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $25 to $35, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments.
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations and migrations.
• Conduct structured cabling for copper and fiber optic.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.

Skills

Hardware installations

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

Troubleshooting

Documentation skills

Professional communication

Tools

Standard installation tools

Cable testers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

A data center service provider is looking for an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in San Jose, United States. This on-site position focuses on supporting critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities. Responsibilities include performing hardware installations, managing structured cabling, and troubleshooting connectivity issues. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of data center or IT infrastructure experience and strong cabling skills. Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $25 to $35, based on experience.