On-Site Data Center Technician — Contract Role

Reboot Monkey; Ottoville (OH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance contract work in Ottoville, United States. This on-site role involves supporting mission-critical infrastructure at data center facilities. Candidates should have 2+ years of IT experience, strong cabling skills, and the ability to lift 50+ lbs. Certifications such as CDCP or CCNA are preferred. Compensation is competitive at $25-35/hr, depending on experience and project complexity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience.
• Strong cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a, single‑mode/multi‑mode fiber).
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations, decommissions, and migrations.
• Conduct server racking, stacking, and labeling.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and hardware issues.

Skills

Data center experience

Cabling skills (Cat5e/6/6a)

Troubleshooting skills

Professional communication skills

Experience with server hardware

Education

Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS)

Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+)

Tools

Screwdrivers

Cable testers

Fiber inspection equipment

Job description

A leading technology service provider is seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance contract work in Ottoville, United States. This on-site role involves supporting mission-critical infrastructure at data center facilities. Candidates should have 2+ years of IT experience, strong cabling skills, and the ability to lift 50+ lbs. Certifications such as CDCP or CCNA are preferred. Compensation is competitive at $25-35/hr, depending on experience and project complexity.