On‑Site Data Center Technician | Cabling & Server Ops

Reboot Monkey; Ballito; On-site; ZAR 193,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

Reboot Monkey seeks an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site work in Ballito, South Africa. This contract/freelance role supports mission-critical facilities with hardware installations, cabling, racking, and connectivity troubleshooting.

Requires 2+ years in data center or IT infra, strong Cat5e/6/6a and fiber skills, and familiarity with server hardware (Dell/HP/Supermicro). English communication is essential. Transport and on-site presence are required.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Professional communication skills in English.

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.

Skills

Data center experience

Server hardware knowledge

English communication

Cable cabling

Tools

DCIM

Ticketing systems

Cable testers

Job description

Reboot Monkey seeks an experienced Data Center Technician for on-site work in Ballito, South Africa. This contract/freelance role supports mission-critical facilities with hardware installations, cabling, racking, and connectivity troubleshooting.

Requires 2+ years in data center or IT infra, strong Cat5e/6/6a and fiber skills, and familiarity with server hardware (Dell/HP/Supermicro). English communication is essential. Transport and on-site presence are required.