Data Center Technician - Canada - Ottawa - On-site

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$26–$36 / hour

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Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Apply by: Mar 6, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Install, decommission, migrate, rack, stack, and label data center hardware, and perform copper and fiber cabling, cross-connects, and patch panel work. Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues, document completed work with photos and detailed notes, and coordinate with remote NOC and client teams.

Job details

About The Role We are seeking an experienced Data Center Technician for freelance/contract work in Ottawa, 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 Key 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 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

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have data center or IT infrastructure experience and knowledge of server hardware and networking. They should be reliable, professional communicators, live near local data center facilities, and be available for flexible scheduling, including on-call or emergency work.