Data Center Technician - Switzerland - Basel - On-site
Job Description
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
Requirements
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