Fiber & Copper Data Center Technician

Total Deployment Solutions

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A nationwide IT services provider is hiring a Fiber & Copper Cable QC Technician in Memphis, TN. You will oversee quality control for cabling, ensuring compliance with strict standards. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of relevant experience and strong knowledge of fiber and Cat6 cabling. Responsibilities include inspecting cables, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with technicians. This is a full-time, temporary position that may include night shifts.

Qualifications

1+ years experience in structured cabling, low-voltage QA/QC, or data center infrastructure.
Strong knowledge of fiber cabling and Cat6 standards.
Familiarity with ANSI/TIA-568 labeling practices.

Responsibilities

Inspect fiber and Cat6 cables for correct labeling and durability.
Verify MPO breakout labels against documented patch schedules.
Maintain logs of inspected zones and cable types.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical knowledge of fiber and copper infrastructure

Communication skills

Tools

Mobile documentation tools (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, PlanGrid)

Job description

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.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Fiber & Copper Cable QC Technician to oversee the quality control of cable labeling and organization within our data center environments. This role is critical to ensuring that all fiber (including MPO‑8 breakouts) and Cat6 copper cabling is labeled, bundled, and staged according to strict standards. The ideal candidate must have a strong eye for detail, technical knowledge of fiber and copper infrastructure, and the ability to communicate clearly with technicians, leads, and project managers.

Responsibilities

Inspect fiber and Cat6 cables to ensure correct labeling format, placement, and durability.
Verify that MPO breakout labels match the documented patch schedules and polarity configurations.
Confirm copper cabling (Cat6) terminations are labeled and installed per floor plans and port maps.
Ensure that cables are bundled neatly, consistently, and in compliance with bend‑radius and pathway guidelines.
Check routing paths for proper separation of fiber and copper, use of Velcro (no over‑tightening), and logical grouping by destination or rack.
Complete QA/QC checklists, noting all discrepancies and corrective actions required.
Take clear photos of non‑compliant work and provide before/after records when issues are corrected.
Maintain logs of inspected zones, bundle groups, and cable types for handoff to project stakeholders.
Work directly with cabling technicians and leads to provide immediate feedback on issues.
Escalate repeated errors, labeling inconsistencies, or deviations from project documentation.
Participate in team huddles or walk‑throughs to explain QC expectations and results.

Requirements:

1+ years experience in a structured cabling, low‑voltage QA/QC, or data center infrastructure environment.
Strong knowledge of fiber cabling (especially MPO breakout types) and Cat6 standards.
Familiarity with ANSI/TIA‑568 labeling practices and project‑specific labeling conventions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills – must be able to clearly document issues and collaborate with field teams.
High attention to detail and a commitment to documentation accuracy.
Able to read and interpret rack elevations, patch schedules, and cable matrices.

Preferred Qualifications:

BICSI certification or formal low‑voltage QA/QC training.
Proficiency with mobile documentation tools (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, PlanGrid, etc.).

This position is essential for maintaining the high‑quality standards our company is known for, ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional product reliability.

Job Type: Full‑time, Temporary

Expected hours: 30 – 60 per week

Schedule: