Data Center Technician - Switzerland - Basel - On-site

About the Role

Join our team as a Freelance Data Center Technician in Basel, Switzerland. This is an hourly, on-demand, dispatch-based contract opportunity supporting data center operations and infrastructure projects. Assignments depend on client demand and may range from a few hours to a full day or longer. There are no guaranteed weekly hours, and technicians should be comfortable working independently onsite and responding to assignments as needed.

Compensation

& Benefits Hourly compensation based on the agreed contractor rate Payment based on actual hours worked Travel allowance may apply to eligible assignments Additional rates may apply for eligible night, weekend, or other scheduled work, subject to the agreed terms Work Schedule Freelance, hourly, project-based assignments Flexible schedule depending on client requirements and assignment availability Some assignments may require nights, weekends, or short-notice availability No guaranteed minimum number of hours per week Key Responsibilities Install, rack, stack, and decommission server and network equipment Perform structured cabling, including copper and fiber-optic connections Replace hardware components and perform basic physical troubleshooting Assist with equipment deployments, migrations, and upgrades Troubleshoot physical connectivity, cabling, and hardware issues Maintain accurate documentation, asset records, and ticket updates Follow site procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements Coordinate with project managers, remote teams, and data center personnel Complete assigned tasks independently and escalate issues when necessary For technicians with advanced technical experience, assignments may also involve: Advanced Cisco or Juniper routing and switching configuration VLANs, routing protocols, ACLs, and network security Complex network and server troubleshooting, including root cause analysis Data center migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and network reconfiguration Automation, scripting, and advanced server/network configuration Troubleshooting complex connectivity issues across multiple devices and systems 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