Data Center Crew Lead

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Crew Lead to oversee structured cabling and telecommunications infrastructure projects within a large-scale hyperscale data center environment. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise in fiber optics, cabling installation, testing, and crew management.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading installation teams, maintaining safety and quality standards, troubleshooting complex technical issues, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise field crews on major telecommunications and data center infrastructure projects.
• Assign tasks, provide guidance, and ensure team productivity and quality performance.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and enforce all workplace safety standards.
• Coordinate daily activities with Project Managers and Project Leads to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Monitor project progress and assist with resource planning to maintain schedule and budget requirements.
• Perform and oversee fiber optic and copper cabling installation, termination, splicing, and testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement effective solutions in the field.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections and verify completed work meets project specifications.
• Coordinate moves, adds, changes, and cross-connect activities for network infrastructure.
• Maintain and update red-lined as-built documentation.
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Attend project, construction, and facility meetings as required.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time, including timesheets, work orders, change orders, material tracking, and tool inventories.
• Support training and development of junior technicians.
• Escalate personnel or project concerns to management when appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience leading crews of at least five technicians on structured cabling, telecommunications, or data center projects.
• Strong experience handling, routing, and installing fiber optic cabling.
• Experience terminating fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Experience performing cable certification and testing.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Data center construction or hyperscale data center experience.
• Fiber optic splicing experience.
• Experience with Cat5e, Cat6, and low-voltage network infrastructure.
• Experience with punch-down terminations and cross-connect systems.
• Knowledge of telecommunications industry standards and best practices.
• OSHA, BICSI, or similar industry certifications are preferred.

Technical Skills:

Required:

• Fiber optic cable installation and handling
• Fiber and copper termination
• Cable testing and certification
• Structured cabling systems
• Crew leadership and project coordination

Preferred:

• Fiber optic splicing
• Cable pulling
• Cat5e/Cat6 installation
• Punch-down systems
• Telecommunications infrastructure

Tools & Equipment Experience:

Experience using common telecommunications and construction tools, including:

• Cable testing and certification equipment
• Punch-down tools (110 and 66 block)
• Crimping tools
• Continuity testers
• Volt-ohm meters
• Cable strippers
• Measuring and leveling tools
• Hand tools commonly used in structured cabling installations

Work Environment:

• Large-scale data center construction environment.
• Active construction site requiring adherence to strict safety standards.
• Frequent standing, climbing ladders, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work may involve elevated work areas and fast-paced project schedules.
• Team-oriented environment with high expectations for quality, safety, and professionalism.

Employee Value Proposistion:

• Opportunity to help build and lead a growing team supporting a hyperscale data center deployment.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within the rapidly expanding data center industry.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology infrastructure projects.
• Leadership experience supporting mission-critical environments and large-scale network deployments.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rock Hill, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rock Hill,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.