Data Center Technician - Switzerland - Schenkon - On-site — Reboot Monkey
- Location
- Schenkon
- Contract
- Contractor/freelance
- Posted
- 261 days ago
Full description
About the Role Join our team as a Data Center Technician in Schenkon, Switzerland . This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll support critical infrastructure at world-class data center facilities. Compensation & Benefits CHF80,000-100,000/year (CHF annual)
Comprehensive benefits package including
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development allowance
- Certification sponsorship
Work Schedule
- Full-time permanent position
- Standard business hours with on-call rotation
- Shift differentials for nights/weekends when applicable
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
Requirements
- 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
Requirements
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
Questions about this listing
What salary does Reboot Monkey offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Schenkon is CHF 78'500 - 119'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Reboot Monkey. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Reboot Monkey offer?
This listing is a contractor/freelance position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Reboot Monkey during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Lucerne?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Lucerne can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Lucerne's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Reboot Monkey?
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