Night Shift Jobs

312,388 open positions · Updated daily

Night shift tech positions are booming, driven by the need for 24/7 uptime in cloud services, cybersecurity, and data center operations. With 2,642 open listings, recruiters are actively seeking candidates ready to work evenings, nights, and weekends to keep global infrastructure running smoothly.

These roles span across DevOps engineering, Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring, incident response, cloud support, and data center management. Typical responsibilities include real‑time system monitoring, rapid incident triage, patch management, automation scripting, and hand‑off documentation to ensure seamless transitions between shifts.

Salary transparency is critical for night shift professionals because shift differentials and overtime policies vary widely. Knowing the exact pay range helps candidates evaluate the financial trade‑off of irregular hours and negotiate competitively, ensuring they are rewarded fairly for their vital work.

2nd Shift Machine Operator

Company: Boise Transport Services LLC

Location: North Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Skills needed include attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and strong problem-solving abilities. We are seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Machine Operator in…

Porter

Company: Related

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Demonstrates accountability and reliability by taking full ownership of projects and outcomes, prioritizing precision and attention to detail, and approaching…

Machine Operator (Choose Shift)

Company: Boise Transport Services LLC

Location: Saint Johns, FL

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Skills required include attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

HVAC Service Tech

Company: Florida Home Air Conditioning

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Valid driver’s license & clean driving record. Troubleshoot, service, and repair residential HVAC systems with the support of full training, professional tools,…

Welder And Fitter 150 PER DIEM

Company: Aerotek

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you…

Janitorial Cleaner

Company: ABM Industries

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Oct 04, 2025

We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Travel Med Surg/Oncology RN Job (Contract) - Glendale, AZ

Company: Soliant

Location: Glendale, AZ

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required.

Janitor/Cleaner

Company: Jenkins Genesis of Jacksonville

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 04, 2025

Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for night shift tech roles by seniority?
Entry‑level night shift DevOps or NOC technicians earn between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, mid‑level professionals earn $90,000 to $120,000, and senior engineers or managers typically see $120,000 to $160,000, depending on geographic location and industry specialization.
Which skills and certifications are most valuable for night shift positions?
Key skills include proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes for automation, along with strong incident‑response practices using PagerDuty or Opsgenie. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, and Linux Foundation Certified Engineer are highly sought after for night shift roles that demand rapid problem resolution.
Can night shift tech jobs be remote, and how is on‑call coverage handled?
Many night shift positions allow remote work, but they require on‑call or virtual shift coverage. Employers often use tools like SolarWinds or Splunk for remote monitoring and schedule meetings through Teams or Slack to coordinate hand‑offs, ensuring continuous service without a physical presence.
What career progression paths exist for night shift tech professionals?
Typical trajectories move from NOC Technician to Incident Response Analyst, then to Cloud Operations Engineer, and eventually to roles such as Site Reliability Engineer or Technical Lead. Continuous learning in automation and cloud architecture opens doors to higher management positions overseeing 24/7 service delivery.
What industry trends are shaping the future of night shift tech roles?
Automation and AI‑driven incident response are reducing manual monitoring workload, while shift‑scheduling software improves workforce planning. The rise of edge computing and global SaaS platforms is creating new night shift roles that focus on real‑time data pipelines and distributed infrastructure maintenance.

Related Pages