Data Center Technician - United States - Dublin - On-site

About the Role

Join our team as a Data Center Technician in Dublin, United States. This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll support critical infrastructure at world-class data center facilities.

Compensation

Hourly contract rate – based on experience and assignment requirements

• Paid for actual hours worked on assigned projects or tickets

• No guaranteed 8-hour workday, minimum weekly hours, or fixed schedule

• Hourly rate, payment terms, and assignment details will be confirmed during recruitment and documented in the applicable contract or Statement of Work (SOW)

• Any applicable travel allowance or additional compensation will be confirmed separately based on the assignment

Work Setup

• Independent contractor / freelance engagement

• On-demand, dispatch-based work rather than a traditional permanent position

• Assignments may range from a few hours to a full day or longer

• Work may include regular business hours, evenings, weekends, and short-notice assignments depending on client requirements

• Technicians are expected to work independently onsite and coordinate with project managers, remote engineering teams, and data center personnel

• Assignments are generally within the local Toronto area or nearby locations

• Availability and workload depend on client demand; there are no guaranteed weekly hours

• Each assignment may have specific requirements, rates, or terms outlined in the applicable SOW

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment

• Perform structured cabling (copper and fiber optic)

• Execute hardware deployments and decommissions

• Monitor environmental systems (power, cooling, security)

• Respond to incidents and perform troubleshooting

• Maintain accurate documentation and asset tracking

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams

• Participate in capacity planning and upgrades

• 3+ years data center operations experience

• Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

• Experience with rack and stack operations

• Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems

• Excellent documentation and communication skills

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments

• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE) - preferred

• Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco) - preferred

• Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA) - preferred

• Experience with DCIM platforms - preferred

• Knowledge of ITIL practices - preferred