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WESCO International

Data Center Technician

Bayonne, NJ · On-site

Bachelor's Degree - IT Business or related field preferred * Licenses/Certificates/Designations: CCNA and CCNP preferred * 2 years in an enterprise Data Center environment with strong knowledge of ...

Nasdaq

Global Data Center Manager

New York, NY · Hybrid

$182K/yr

Familiarity with emerging liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip and Rear door Heat Exchangers ... Strong understanding of data center contracts with an emphasis on: * Financial based market rates ...

Nasdaq

Global Data Center Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$182K/yr

Familiarity with emerging liquid cooling technologies (direct-to-chip and Rear door Heat Exchangers ... Strong understanding of data center contracts with an emphasis on: * Financial based market rates ...

DataBank

Data Center Technician 1

Newark, NJ · On-site

Our customized technology solutions are designed to help customers effectively manage risk, improve ... The Data Center Technician I provides an overall focus on positive proactive end-user customer ...

Bloomberg LP

Data Center Project Manager

Totowa, NJ · On-site

$122K/yr

Proficiency and understanding of Data Center Information Technology (IT) Systems including telecom ... networks, switches, routers, servers, storage, and cabling systems. Experience with Smartsheet ...

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How much do data center tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for data center tech in Union, NJ is $26.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.82 and $29.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a data center tech?

Data Center Techs, or Data Center Technicians, are IT professionals responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and ensuring the smooth operation of servers and network equipment within data centers. Their duties include installing hardware, monitoring systems, performing repairs, and supporting network infrastructure to guarantee uptime and data security. They often work in environments with strict physical and cybersecurity protocols, providing hands-on technical support for organizations that rely on large-scale computing resources.

What is the difference between Data Center Tech vs Network Technician?

AspectData Center TechNetwork Technician
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, Data Center certificationsCompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, similar network-focused certs
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, hardware installation and maintenanceNetwork operation centers, client sites, troubleshooting network issues
Job FocusHardware setup, server maintenance, power and cooling systemsNetwork configuration, troubleshooting, cabling, and connectivity

Data Center Techs primarily focus on hardware, servers, and infrastructure within data centers, while Network Technicians concentrate on network systems and connectivity. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in overlapping environments, but their core responsibilities differ in hardware versus network focus.

What are some typical challenges a data center tech faces, and how can they be addressed?

Data Center Techs often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting hardware failures, managing high-pressure situations during outages, and maintaining uptime while conducting repairs or upgrades. Staying organized and following detailed documentation can help prevent errors during hardware swaps or cabling tasks. Additionally, effective communication with team members and other departments is essential to coordinate maintenance windows and minimize service disruptions. Continuous learning about new hardware and data center protocols also helps techs stay prepared for evolving technology and best practices.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a data center tech?

To thrive as a Data Center Tech, you need a solid understanding of computer hardware, networking, and basic troubleshooting, often supported by an associate degree or relevant certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+. Familiarity with server operating systems, remote management tools, and ticketing systems is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you efficiently resolve issues and collaborate with team members. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining uptime, ensuring security, and supporting the critical infrastructure needs of a data center environment.
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Infographic showing various Data Center Tech job openings in Union, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 73% In-person, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,059 per year, or $26.5 per hour.

Data Center Mechanical Engineer

Jane Street

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

About the Position

We are looking for an experienced Data Center Mechanical Engineer who can help Jane Street shape how we approach cooling our data centers. It's no small task-this critical role will directly support our data centers which powers our trading operations.

We are looking for someone with a deep understanding of the full data center infrastructure stack. We need someone who understands how a data center is designed, built, and used for the most demanding AI workloads. While we won't ask you to be racking and stacking, we need you to have a deep familiarity of the work within the facility; a "jack of all trades" understanding up and down the technology and infrastructure stack from the power and cooling distribution to the chip level. You'll help us shape and support everything;  the operation, management, and monitoring of the thermal environment. 

You are going to bridge the gap between theory and practice - between our high-level thinking around strategic design and the practical conversations around compute and associated constraints with the physical infrastructure.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

  • Working closely with internal engineers as well as external vendors and consultants to design, implement, and monitor the operation of our data center power and cooling systems
  • Consulting internally with technology stakeholders to understand our compute needs and how they translate to our infrastructure needs
  • Develop and review design documentation, including cooling and power calculations, CFD studies, failure analysis, etc.
  • Work with our internal controls and monitor team to strategize on the control sequence of operation and monitoring approaches
  • Be able to abstract complex cooling constraints into clear, concise constraints for other technology teams to consume
  • Collaborate with other team members to research and develop future data center solutions that allow for maximum flexibility while maintaining the performance standards needed for our business
  • Building and leading an interdisciplinary team that includes ML researchers and engineers,  traders, data center and network architects and engineers, and facilities engineers
  • Bridging the knowledge gap between data center infrastructure and GPU/HPC systems to support our ML/compute cluster
  • Designing and overseeing the implementation of cooling systems for high-density GPU and trading systems

You'll be based in New York but will support data centers in other areas, with a special focus on our ML and compute clusters. Travel to data center locations, along with other team members, would be required as needed. 

This is an exciting opportunity to help transform the way we think about power usage in our data centers and become an innovator in this space. There is a lot of open field here at Jane Street to build something truly exceptional-we are looking for someone who's willing to dive in, harness our firm's collective brainpower, and lead.

About You

We're not sure the perfect list of skills exists for the person who will thrive in this role, but here are some of the things we're looking for:

  • Mechanical, computer, or electrical engineering degree; the ability to work across hardware, mechanical, and data center engineering domains
  • 10+ years of experience in thermal/mechanical engineering or data center engineering
  • Direct experience with multi-megawatt GPU deployments and high-density computing environments
  • Hands-on experience working in data centers and a deep understanding of hardware engineering and data center operations
  • Strong project management skills
  • Ability to balance systems-level, operational thinking with practical engineering
  • Comfort with making decisions in the face of ambiguity and negotiating ideas across a diverse set of groups
  • Intellectual humility, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit

If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to agency-partnerships@janestreet.com.

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