Data Center Technician - Switzerland - Basel - On-site

About the Role

Join our team as a Data Center Technician supporting data center operations in Basel, Switzerland . This is an on-site, hourly contract opportunity , with assignments based on client demand.

Compensation

& Benefits Hourly, project-based compensation Paid for actual hours worked on assigned tickets Rates may vary depending on the assignment and working hours Additional transportation allowance may apply for assignments outside your immediate area Rate multipliers may apply for eligible evening, night, or weekend work Work Schedule Flexible, dispatch-based schedule No guaranteed number of hours per week Assignments may range from short-duration tickets to full-day or longer projects Technicians should be available for occasional after-hours, weekend, or short-notice assignments based on client requirements Work is generally within the local area, with nearby assignments possible depending on demand 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