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How much do datacenter operations technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for datacenter operations technician in the United States is $25.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a datacenter operations technician?

Datacenter Operations Technicians are IT professionals responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and supporting the physical and technical infrastructure within a data center. Their duties include installing and replacing hardware, troubleshooting network and server issues, performing routine inspections, and ensuring that systems run smoothly and securely. They also play a critical role in responding to emergencies, performing system backups, and supporting upgrades or expansions. These technicians work closely with engineers and other IT staff to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency for data center operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a datacenter operations technician?

To thrive as a Datacenter Operations Technician, you need solid knowledge of hardware installation, troubleshooting, and network fundamentals, typically supported by an associate degree or relevant certifications like CompTIA Server+ or Cisco CCNA. Familiarity with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools, server operating systems, and ticketing platforms is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure reliable uptime, rapid issue resolution, and smooth coordination within the data center environment.

What are common challenges faced by datacenter operations technicians, and how can they be addressed?

Datacenter Operations Technicians often encounter challenges such as managing high-priority incidents, troubleshooting hardware failures under time pressure, and maintaining strict uptime requirements. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial, especially when coordinating with engineers, vendors, and other IT staff to resolve issues quickly. Staying organized and adhering to established protocols helps minimize errors, while continuous learning ensures technicians keep up with evolving technologies and best practices.

What is the difference between Datacenter Operations Technician vs Network Operations Technician?

AspectDatacenter Operations TechnicianNetwork Operations Technician
CertificationsCompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA (sometimes)CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, hardware maintenanceNetwork operation centers, network infrastructure
Employer & Industry UsageData center providers, IT infrastructure companiesTelecom, internet service providers, large enterprises
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for hardware and infrastructure rolesFocuses more on network systems and connectivity

The main difference is that Datacenter Operations Technicians focus on maintaining data center hardware, servers, and physical infrastructure, while Network Operations Technicians primarily manage network systems and connectivity. Both roles require technical certifications and work in related environments, but their core responsibilities differ in hardware versus network focus.

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Infographic showing various Datacenter Operations Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,031 per year, or $26 per hour.

Datacenter Operations Technician - All Shifts

Lee Health

Fort Myers, FL • On-site

$35.08 - $45.61/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Location:Information Systems -12451 Gateway Blvd.Suite 200Fort Myers FL 33913

Department: IS Information Technology Svcs

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/ to

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$35.08 - $45.61 / hour

This position supports 24/7 datacenter operations and requires availability for rotating shifts - including nights, weekends and holidays.

Summary

Join a team where your technical expertise directly supports the health and well-being of our community, and where hands-on experience with cutting-edge systems opens the door to long-term growth in healthcare IT.

Responsible for troubleshooting, monitoring, and proactive incident resolution of the datacenter and network infrastructure, including server hardware, server virtualization technologies, Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, ancillary domain-level services, storage, network hardware, and application virtualization environments. This position plays a key role in the daily administration including system patching, support, and maintenance of datacenter/network infrastructure and monitoring tools that keeps Lee Health's clinical and administrative systems running. Shifts may include after-hours and weekend coverage.

Requirements

Education:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field required (2 years of role-specific work experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree).

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years' experience working with network infrastructure, including routing and switching, required.

Cisco CLI experience required including the ability to access switches/routers, make configuration changes, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and activate and describe ports.

Experience supporting IP-based phone systems and Cisco Call Manager, along with familiarity with Cisco CLI, Microsoft suites, and ServiceNow, preferred.

Prior experience with network or systems monitoring tools highly preferred.

1 year of experience in a relevant technical role required overall.

Certifications:Industry certifications preferred, such as Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) or CompTIA Network+.

License:N/A

Other Requirements:

Solid working knowledge of server hardware and operating systems (Windows/Linux) along with core networking fundamentals.

Strong listening skills, with the ability to recognize problems, gather information systematically, and troubleshoot issues both independently and with team support.

Ability to lift/move equipment up to 50 lbs. and work comfortably in a physically demanding, datacenter environment.

The Datacenter Operations Technician position requires availability work a rotating shift schedule which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational and staffing needs. Shift assignments are subject to change at the discretion of Lee Health to ensure continuous datacenter coverage.


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Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health systems in Florida. With 4 acute care hospitals; Lee Memorial, Healthpark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital and Gulf Coast Medical Center, two specialty hospitals; Gaisano Children's Hospital and The Rehab Hospital. Lee Physician Group with over 80 practices throughout Southwest Florida, a Regional Cancer Center, seven outpatient centers, three walk-in clinics and two pediatric outpatient facilities. HEALTHGRADES ranks Lee Healths four acute care hospitals in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence in 2019, 2020, 2021 AND 2022 and is included in America's 250 Best Hospitals

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Myers, FL, US

Year founded

1916