Night Shift Jobs

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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.

City Driver

Company: FedEx Freight

Location: Kent, WA

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including but not limited to: pallets, straps and rope. Exposure to noise and vibration.

Overnight Janitorial Supervisor - Specializing in Restaurant Cleaning

Company: Cleanest Restaurant Group, Inc.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Sep 04, 2025

This role is primarily overnight, but may also include light daytime walk-throughs and occasional sales activities (training and leads provided).

Staff Pharmacist

Company: Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

RPH certification from the state of Texas required. Conduct discharge medication review (difficult to obtain, prescription accuracy) and counseling, ensuring…

Technical Project Manager

Company: Fabric8Labs

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field—or equivalent experience. 3+ years of technical project or program management…

General Cleaner

Company: Collage Day School

Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Keeps all equipment in a good state of repair and cleanliness. Ability to develop and maintain effective communications and working relationships with other…

Chef / Kitchen Manager

Company: Nectarine

Location: Dripping Springs, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Collaborate with ownership and front-of-house leaders on new menu items, specials, and systems improvements. Ensure consistency and excellence in food quality…

Customer Service Coordinator – Vehicle Delivery

Company: Carvana

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Illinois, Michigan, Louisiana, and Missouri employees must obtain a Chauffeur's license or any other state specialty license within the first two weeks of…

Machine Operator

Company: Innovative Solution Advisors/Stadium People

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Effectively communicate (and listen) clearly, professionally, politely and persuasively in all situations; respond well and in a reasonable, timely manner.

Welders Helpers Night Shift North Austin

Company: Cody Builders Supply

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

This is the right job for someone who wants to create a future career in metal fabrication, can and wants to do physical work for a 10 hour shift, speaks either…

Journeyman Electrician

Company: Queue Labor

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. As a Journeyman Electrician, you'll be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing…

Licensed Plumber

Company: Palomino Plumbing

Location: Coppell, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Valid driver's license with a good driving record. You diagnose and repair plumbing issues, install plumbing systems and fixtures, and work with leak detection,…

Manual Machinist

Company: Express Employment Professionals

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Interpretation of blueprints and mechanical drawings. Technical supervision of lower machinist class levels. Must be able to troubleshoot ups and processes.

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.

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