Data Center Technician - Canada - Kamloops - On-site
- Kamloops, BC, Canada
$26 to $36 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $26 to $36 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 2+ years data center or IT infrastructure experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Kamloops, Canada. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.
Compensation
C$26-36/hr (CAD hourly)
Rates vary based on experience level and project complexity. Emergency and after-hours work may qualify for premium rates.
Engagement Type
We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Kamloops, Canada. This is an on-site position supporting mission-critical infrastructure at premier data center facilities.
Compensation
C$26-36/hr (CAD hourly)
Rates vary based on experience level and project complexity. Emergency and after-hours work may qualify for premium rates.
Engagement Type
- Contract/Freelance basis
- Flexible scheduling available
- Project-based or ongoing support
- Remote hands and smart hands services
- 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
- 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)
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in raised floor environments
- Own transportation and ability to work on-site
- Professional communication skills in English
- Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, or similar) - preferred
- Network certifications (CCNA, CompTIA Network+) - preferred
- Experience with DCIM and ticketing systems - preferred
- Familiarity with major colocation providers - preferred
- Standard tools: screwdrivers, cable testers, label makers, fiber inspection equipment
More about this job
Responsibilities
The role involves performing hardware installations, migrations, and structured cabling for copper and fiber optics. Technicians are responsible for server racking, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and coordinating with remote NOC teams.
Requirements
Candidates need at least 2 years of data center experience and strong cabling skills with server hardware like Dell and HP. Ability to lift 50+ lbs and possess own transportation is required.
Skills
- Hardware Installation
- Structured Cabling
- Server Racking
- Fiber Optic Cabling
- Copper Cabling
- Troubleshooting
- Cross-connects
- Patch Panel Work
- DCIM
- Ticketing Systems
- Remote Hands
- Smart Hands
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Engineering
- Consulting
Keywords
- Data Center
- Cat5e
- Cat6
- Cat6a
- Single-mode Fiber
- Multi-mode Fiber
- Dell
- HP
- Supermicro
- CDCP
- CDCS
- CCNA
- CompTIA Network+
- DCIM
- Colocation
- Infrastructure
- NOC
- Hardware Migration
- Decommissioning