Data Center Technician - Switzerland - Zurich - On-site
Job Description
About the Role
Join Reboot Monkey as a Data Center Technician in Zurich, Switzerland. This is an onsite, contract/freelance position supporting critical infrastructure at data center facilities.
Technicians will support assignments in or near Zurich, based on client requirements and available dispatches.
Compensation
Hourly contract rate – based on experience and assignment requirements
Technicians are paid for the actual hours worked on each assignment.
There is no guaranteed 8-hour workday or fixed number of hours per week.
Rates and assignment terms will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Work Setup
Contract/freelance basis
On-demand, dispatch-based assignments
Flexible scheduling depending on client requirements
Some assignments may require only a few hours, while others may require longer onsite support
Assignments may occur during regular hours, nights, weekends, or on short notice
Technicians should be comfortable working independently onsite with minimal supervision
Work is generally within or near the technician's local area
Please note: This is not a traditional full-time position. Assignments and schedules vary based on client demand.
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
Work Authorization
Candidates must already have the legal right to work in Switzerland.
Reboot Monkey does not provide visa or work-permit sponsorship for these contract assignments.
Candidates should not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.
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