Data Center Technician - South Africa - Pretoria - Onsite

Reboot Monkey; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 207,000 - 413,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance schedule

Remote work for global clients

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Proximity to data center facilities?

Job summary

Reboot Monkey, a global IT solutions provider, is seeking a Freelance Data Center Technician to deliver on‑demand support for data centers worldwide. The role involves hardware installation, troubleshooting, and network operations management, with the ability to work independently while collaborating with remote teams.

You will handle Linux and Windows systems, document tasks, and implement security protocols to uphold service excellence across multiple sites and clients.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in data center equipment and software.
• Experience with server installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and networking hardware for optimal uptime.
• Monitor operations remotely and on-site to diagnose issues and minimize downtime.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco/Juniper devices to ensure secure network operations.
• Manage Linux and Windows systems, applying patches and security updates.

Skills

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Documentation

Security practices

Tools

Linux

Windows

Cisco

Juniper

Networking hardware

Job description

Reboot Monkey is a global leader in IT solutions, specializing in data center management that simplifies your IT operations. We provide hosting space, future‑proof upgrades, and 24/7 support through our smart or remote hands, ensuring seamless, secure, and sustainable service. Our fully remote, round‑the‑clock management frees businesses from supervision hassles, setting new benchmarks in data center solutions. We’re seeking skilled Freelance Data Center Technicians to join our growing team. If you have expertise in data center operations and want flexible work, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Overview

As a Freelance Data Center Technician, you will play a key role in delivering on‑demand support to our global data centers. Your responsibilities will include hardware installation, troubleshooting complex issues, and managing network operations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. We’re looking for someone with deep expertise in data center equipment and software who can work independently while collaborating with remote teams. In this role, you’ll be essential to maintaining smooth, secure, and efficient data center operations, contributing to our high standards of service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain servers, networking equipment, and other hardware to ensure optimal performance and maximum uptime, facilitating seamless operations within the data center.
• Monitor data center operations both remotely and on‑site, quickly diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues to minimize downtime and maintain service reliability.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot networking devices, including Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls, to ensure secure and efficient network operations that align with organizational standards.
• Manage and troubleshoot both Linux and Windows‑based systems, performing essential updates, patches, and security enhancements to keep systems secure and up-to-date.
• Document all installations, repairs, maintenance tasks, and system performance, providing comprehensive reports to the remote management team to ensure transparency and accountability in operations.
• Implement and maintain security protocols to protect the integrity of the data center infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices for data security.
• Collaborate with remote IT teams, vendors, and stakeholders to enhance data center operations, actively participating in the planning and execution of projects that drive efficiency and innovation.

What We Offer

• Flexibility: Work around your existing freelance or permanent job. You choose the tickets you want to pick up, with no minimum hour commitment.
• Professional Environment: Join a professional work environment where you can reconnect with the practical side of IT.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive rewards for your compensation and efforts.
• Growth Opportunities: Work with compelling clients and seize opportunities to grow in your field.
• Data center or IT infrastructure experience
• Server hardware and networking knowledge
• Reliable and professional with strong communication
• Proximity to local data center facilities
• Flexible schedule for on‑call/emergency work