Data Center Deployment Technician II

Job Description

Job Description

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 Salt Lake City, UT

Salt Lake City, Utah has emerged as one of the fastest-growing technology hubs in the Mountain West, anchored by the broader "Silicon Slopes" ecosystem that includes major tech companies, startups, and research institutions, and attracting strong demand for technology professionals across AI, cloud, and software roles. The region benefits from competitive salaries and a business-friendly environment that supports continued innovation and job growth, with projections indicating continued expansion in tech occupations. While the cost of living in Salt Lake City is moderately above the national average, driven largely by housing, it remains more affordable than many coastal tech centers and is balanced by quality of life, natural amenities, and lower tax rates. These factors make Salt Lake City a compelling location for career development in technology within a vibrant, rapidly evolving community.

Position Overview

The Data Center Deployment Technician II is a mid-level role requiring 2–3 years of hands-on data center experience. This position is responsible for the full lifecycle of structured cabling tasks, including labeling, bundling, dressing, porting, and Quality Control / Quality Assurance for fiber optic and copper cabling.

Data Center Deployment Technician II team members are expected to work independently, follow client standards, and support project leadership by ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently. This role also supports and mentors Level I technicians as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end labeling of fiber optic and copper cables in accordance with client standards and drawings.
• Bundle, dress, and route cables to meet data center best practices and client specifications.
• Port and connect cables to panels, switches, and hardware per design documentation.
• Ensure proper cable management, bend radius, slack, and overall presentation.
• Perform QC/QA checks on assigned work to confirm:
• Accurate and consistent labeling at both ends.
• Correct port placement per documentation.
• Proper cable dressing, routing, and bundling.
• No visible cable damage, breaks, or compromised jackets.
• Identify, document, and report discrepancies or issues to project leadership.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet project schedules.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job support to Level I technicians.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area that meets client and safety standards.
• Follow all site safety protocols and PPE requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of hands-on data center experience.
• Proven experience with fiber optic and copper structured cabling.
• Experience labeling, bundling, dressing, and porting cables in live or production data center environments.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, scope documents, and labeling standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in data center environments (raised floors, equipment aisles).

Preferred (Not Required):

• OSHA 10 certification.
• Experience working in large-scale or enterprise data centers.
• Prior experience mentoring junior technicians.
• Military, trade school, or technical training background.

Why Join TDS?

• Mid-level role with hands-on technical ownership., and increased responsibility
• Clear growth path within deployment and project teams.
• On-the-job training and mentorship.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, enterprise data center projects.

Job Type: PROJECT BASED - W2

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

Ability to Commute:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Work Location: In-person