Data Center Deployment Technician III at Total Deployment Solutions – Spartanburg, South Carolina

Position Title: Data Center Deployment Technician III

About Total Deployment Solutions

Total Deployment Solutions (TDS) is a nationwide information technology services provider with 14 years of experience delivering innovative, business-critical solutions. We specialize in AI and GPU deployments, comprehensive data center support, IMAC services - desktop relocation, ensuring organizations transition seamlessly into new or evolving work environments. Our teams manage every detail, from workstation setup to ongoing desktop support, so clients can operate without disruption. Trusted by enterprise and data center partners, TDS continues to lead and adapt to the evolving technology landscape with a focus on reliability, precision, and long-term partnership.

About Spartanburg, SC

Spartanburg benefits from its location along the I-85 corridor, a major logistics and manufacturing hub connecting the Southeast. The regions strong industrial basesupported by large employers such as BMW Manufacturing and a network of advanced manufacturershas driven ongoing investment in reliable power, fiber connectivity, and critical infrastructure. Spartanburg offers competitive utility costs, a business-friendly tax environment, and a lower cost of living compared to larger East Coast metro areas. For data center and infrastructure professionals, the area provides hands-on experience supporting mission-critical systems while maintaining access to steady work opportunities and a high quality of life in a growing regional market.

Position Overview

The Data Center Deployment Technician III is a senior, hands-on role for candidates with 4+ years of data center experience. This position performs the full lifecycle of structured cabling deployment, including labeling, bundling, dressing, porting, and testing of fiber optic and copper cabling, while also leading and supporting small teams on-site.

Technicians at this level are expected to work independently, mentor junior technicians, and ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with client and TDS standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Structured Cabling & Deployment
  • Perform end-to-end fiber optic and copper cabling tasks, including:
  • Labeling, bundling, and dressing cables to client standards.
  • Porting cables per approved documentation and layouts.
  • Ensure proper cable routing, bend radius, and pathway organization.
• Testing & Validation
  • Perform testing on fiber optic and copper cabling using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Validate continuity, signal integrity, and labeling accuracy.
  • Document test results and report any failures or discrepancies.
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance
  • Conduct QC/QA checks across labeling, dressing, porting, and testing activities.
  • Identify, document, and escalate quality issues, rework needs, or damaged cabling.
  • Support client walkthroughs, audits, and closeout activities.
• Team Leadership & Support
  • Lead and manage small teams of deployment technicians on-site.
  • Provide guidance, direction, and on-the-job training to Level I and Level II technicians.
  • Coordinate daily work assignments and ensure adherence to project schedules.
  • Act as a point of contact between technicians and project leadership.
• Documentation & Site Support
  • Maintain accurate documentation, redlines, checklists, and test records.
  • Capture photos and records for project closeout packages.
  • Enforce safety standards, PPE usage, and site cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in a data center environment.
• Proven experience with fiber optic and copper cabling, including testing.
• Strong understanding of data center cabling standards and best practices.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, labeling schemes, and port maps.
• Leadership experience or demonstrated ability to lead small teams.
• Comfortable working in active data center environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on feet for extended periods.

Preferred (Not Required):

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with fiber testers and copper certification tools.
• Military, trade school, or technical training background.
• Prior lead or senior technician experience on deployment projects.

Why Join TDS?

• Senior-Level Impact: As a Level III Technician, you play a critical role in ensuring deployment quality, testing accuracy, and team execution on high-visibility data center projects.
• Challenging, High-Profile Projects: Work in enterprise and hyperscale data center environments supporting mission-critical infrastructure.
• Team-Oriented Culture: Join a company that values accountability, precision, safety, and collaboration.

Schedule: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Please note that the schedule may fluctuate depending on client needs.

Ability to Commute:

• Spartanburg, NC

Work Location: In-person