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3Rd Shift Data Center Monitoring Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Availability for shift work, on-call support, and occasional weekends Preferred Skills: * Experience with ticketing systems and data center monitoring tools * Familiarity with structured cabling ...

Availability for shift work, on-call support, and occasional weekends Preferred Skills: * Experience with ticketing systems and data center monitoring tools * Familiarity with structured cabling ...

Availability for shift work, on-call support, and occasional weekends Preferred Skills: * Experience with ticketing systems and data center monitoring tools * Familiarity with structured cabling ...

Data Center Technician I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position supports the 24x7x365 monitoring and operation of the Albuquerque Data Center (ADC), a commercially owned, government-operated Tier III data center, ensuring the availability and ...

Data Center Technician II

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Monitor and manage data center infrastructure systems including power distribution, cooling systems, environmental sensors, and network connectivity. * Analyze monitoring alerts and system ...

Data Center Technician I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position supports the 24x7x365 monitoring and operation of the Albuquerque Data Center (ADC), a commercially owned, government-operated Tier III data center, ensuring the availability and ...

Data Center Technician I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position supports the 24x7x365 monitoring and operation of the Albuquerque Data Center (ADC), a commercially owned, government-operated Tier III data center, ensuring the availability and ...

Data Center Technician I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position supports the 24x7x365 monitoring and operation of the Albuquerque Data Center (ADC), a commercially owned, government-operated Tier III data center, ensuring the availability and ...

Data Center Technician I

Albuquerque, NM

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position supports the 24x7x365 monitoring and operation of the Albuquerque Data Center (ADC), a commercially owned, government-operated Tier III data center, ensuring the availability and ...

Data Center Technician II

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Monitor and manage data center infrastructure systems including power distribution, cooling systems, environmental sensors, and network connectivity. * Analyze monitoring alerts and system ...

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How much do 3rd shift data center monitoring jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for 3rd shift data center monitoring in the United States is $147,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $196,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3rd shift data center monitoring technician?

To thrive as a 3rd Shift Data Center Monitoring Technician, you need a solid understanding of IT infrastructure, troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with data center operations, often supported by a relevant associate degree or certifications like CompTIA Server+. Proficiency with monitoring tools (such as SolarWinds, Nagios, or Data Center Infrastructure Management systems) and basic networking concepts is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for quickly identifying and addressing incidents during off-hours. These competencies ensure continuous uptime, minimize disruptions, and maintain the integrity of critical IT systems overnight.

What are the typical challenges faced by 3rd shift data center monitoring professionals, and how can they be managed?

3rd shift data center monitoring professionals often encounter challenges such as maintaining alertness during overnight hours, quickly responding to unexpected incidents, and communicating effectively with daytime teams. Managing these challenges involves establishing a consistent sleep schedule, leveraging monitoring tools for early detection of issues, and maintaining detailed shift logs to ensure smooth handovers. Collaboration with on-call engineers and clear documentation are crucial for resolving incidents and keeping operations running smoothly throughout the night.

What is a 3rd shift data center monitoring job?

3rd shift data center monitoring jobs involve overseeing the operations and security of data centers during overnight or late-night hours, typically from around 11 PM to 7 AM. Employees in these roles are responsible for monitoring system alerts, ensuring network and server uptime, responding to incidents, and performing routine checks. Their work is crucial for maintaining the stability and security of IT infrastructure while most other staff are off duty. These roles often require strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during non-traditional hours.
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Infographic showing various 3Rd Shift Data Center Monitoring job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,461 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Data Center Monitoring Systems Engineer

Calance US

Liberty, NC

$55/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

We are hiring Data Center Monitoring Systems Engineer for a Contract position in Liberty, NC
CALL US NOW for immediate consideration! Click Apply on Web or Apply Now to view our recruiter s contact info and reach out today, we d love to speak with you!
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** We will NOT accept 3rd Party (C2C) Contractors **
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JOB DETAILS:
Position:Data Center Monitoring Systems Engineer
JOB REF#:44908 - 1507933
Duration:6+ Months (On-Going Contract)
Location:ONSITE - Liberty, NC 27298
Pay Rate:$55.00 per hour (W2 Only)
This role is 100% ONSITE - MUST be LOCAL or willing to relocated at your OWN expense
HOURS: MON-FRI
We are seeking a Data Center Environmental Monitoring Administrator with strong administration and configuration experience supporting environmental monitoring software and systems. This role requires more than simply monitoring software programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience configuring, updating, administering, and programming monitoring systems, including adding new components and configuring alerting and alarming thresholds. The candidate should have experience supporting the backend of monitoring environments and be capable of configuring new items to be monitored, such as UPS systems, power strips, cameras, and other data center equipment. Experience managing software licenses and configuring alerting thresholds and set points is also required.
Key Responsibilities
Support Data Center Managers to ensure all facility duties are run to meet data center standards.
Build, manage, and maintain MEP monitoring tools utilizing Vertiv Sitescan and/or APC Data Center Expert/IT Advisor for performance, availability, reliability and security of IT resources.
Support of data center staff to provide continuous business operations.
Administer and manage APC DCE/ITA or Vertiv SiteScan environments and servers.
Configure, update, and maintain environmental monitoring software and systems.
Add and configure new components and equipment to be monitored, including UPSs, power strips, cameras, and other devices.
Configure alerting and alarming thresholds, set points, and notifications.
Manage license counts for APC DCE and ITA environments.
Support the backend administration, configuration, and programming of monitoring systems.
Monitor and understand the operation and alarming of HVAC, UPS, ATS, and generator systems.
Work with systems and equipment associated with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering.
Apply knowledge of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems and their associated monitoring and alarming.
Support data center environmental monitoring and related infrastructure.
Troubleshoot and maintain monitoring configurations to ensure accurate system alerts and alarms.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
3+ years of relevant experience in environmental monitoring, data center infrastructure, systems administration, or a related field.
Must have experience managing APC DCE/ITA or Vertiv SiteScan environments and servers.
Understanding of the functions and alarming associated with HVAC, UPS, ATS, and generators.
Background in incident ticketing and change management applications
Strong administration skills, including the ability to configure, update, program, and add new components to monitoring systems.
Experience configuring alerting, alarming, thresholds, and set points.
Strong exposure to Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) engineering.
Strong knowledge of HVAC systems.
Ability to support the backend administration and configuration of environmental monitoring systems.
Other Requirements:
Able to Travel when needed to Mexico or other data centers inside the USA, international travel
Able to work between 4-10 hours of over-time each week.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in Electrical Engineering is highly preferred.
Data center environmental monitoring experience is a significant plus.
Experience working directly with data center infrastructure and environmental monitoring systems.
Familiar with data center design, IT floor space management, cabinet power and U-space management, electrical, environmental, and mechanical equipment supporting the data center (e.g. HVAC - Heating Venting Air Conditioning, UPS,
and Generators).
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Calance Consultant Benefits Offerings:
- EPO/PPO Medical Plan
- HMO/PPO Dental programs
- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)
- 401K Retirement vesting program
- Paid Bi-Weekly/Direct Deposit
- Flex Spending Plan
- Voluntary Life, AD&D, STD or LTD plans