Data Center Operations Technician (5×8 / 7×24 Shifts)

NewTimes Technologies B.V.
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
Chinese, Dutch, English
Compensation
€ 3K

Job location

Tech stack

Data Centers
Issue Tracking Systems
Microsoft Office
Network Server

Job description

  • Perform 5×8 or 7×24 on-site IDC (Internet Data Center) operational support according to SLA and client requirements.
  • Handle incident response and work orders, including monitoring alerts, ticket processing, and maintenance support.
  • Conduct routine inspections, identify risks, record incident data, and issue preliminary reports following EOP processes.
  • Operate the ticketing system, strictly follow SOP workflows, and ensure SLA compliance and zero-error execution.
  • Assist in server, switch, and cable installation, racking, labeling, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Provide hands-on site support for system maintenance, equipment deployment, and small-scale engineering tasks.
  • Work collaboratively with other engineers and report directly to the Team Leader.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Microsoft Office?, * MBO Level 4 / Associate degree or above.

  • Preferred majors: ICT, Electrical Engineering, or related technical disciplines.

Skills & Experience

  • Basic understanding of data center operations and infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and follow technical instructions and standard operation procedures (SOP).
  • Hands-on experience with IT equipment (servers, switches, cabling) preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic technical documentation.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Language: English or Dutch (Chinese is a plus).
  • Must hold valid work authorization in the Netherlands (EU citizen or valid residence permit).

Preferred Certificates (Not mandatory but a plus):

  • VCA (Basic/Vol) safety certification.
  • NEN 3140 low-voltage safety certificate.
  • Data center / electrical operation experience.

Benefits & conditions

  • Gross monthly salary: €2,300 - €3,000, depending on skills and shift type.
  • Paid overtime and holiday allowance (8%).
  • Night shift compensation for 7×24 positions.
  • Opportunities for promotion to Team Lead / Supervisor.
  • Training support for VCA and NEN 3140 certification.

About the company

NewTimes Technologies B.V. is a Netherlands-based technology company providing ICT infrastructure, data center operation, and system integration services across Europe. We deliver high-standard technical services to leading Chinese and European enterprises in networking, data center management, and on-site engineering. Our team in the Netherlands is expanding rapidly. We are now recruiting Data Center Operations Technicians to support mission-critical data center operations in Amsterdam and Rotterdam.

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