RODNEY SPAIN
Atlanta, GA ***** 404-***-**** ******@*****-********.***
SUMMARY
Skilled Data Center Technician with extensive experience supporting hyperscale and enterprise data centers. Strong background in structured cabling, hardware installation, fiber/copper testing, and network integration. Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and document IT infrastructure while adhering to quality and compliance standards. Known for technical expertise, attention to detail, and teamwork in high-demand environments.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Structured Cabling (Fiber & Copper) – Installation, testing, and troubleshooting
• Hardware Deployment – Servers, switches, routers, and peripherals
• Data Center Operations – Remote hands, racking/stacking, patching, cross-connects
• Tools & Platforms – Fluke testers, OTDR, ProCore, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365
• Documentation & QA/QC – Labeling, standards compliance, reporting
• Networking – TCP/IP, routing/switching, VLANs, wireless APs
• Collaboration – Vendor coordination, stakeholder communication, cross-functional teamwork SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – DATA CENTER INFRASTRUCTURE & PERIPHERALS
Soben Atlanta, GA February 2025 – Present
• Lead data center infrastructure deployments with focus on structured cabling and network integration.
• Coordinate hardware/peripheral installation and cross-functional vendor support.
• Utilize ProCore and Bluebeam to track technical documentation and QA/QC results. DATA CENTER PROJECT MANAGER
Salute Mission Critical Atlanta, GA March 2024 – January 2025
• Oversaw technical deployments for data centers, including network equipment and cabling installs.
• Supported vendor teams with documentation, labeling, and QA/QC.
• Ensured IT hardware and cabling standards were met in enterprise and hyperscale builds. DATA CENTER REMOTE HANDS TECHNICIAN II
Salute Mission Critical Atlanta, GA June 2023 – February 2024
• Delivered remote hands support, including racking/stacking, patching, and equipment swaps.
• Assisted with fiber/copper testing, troubleshooting, and reporting.
• Monitored ticketing systems and provided on-site support for enterprise and hyperscale clients. DATA TECHNICIAN III
IES Atlanta, GA June 2022 – June 2023
• Installed and tested structured cabling systems, including fiber-optic and copper networks.
• Performed troubleshooting, validation, and quality checks for network performance.
• Supported installation of racks, PDUs, servers, and networking gear.
• Documented testing results and ensured compliance with client and industry standards. IT PROJECT/OPERATIONS MANAGER
Starr Networks Myrtle Beach, SC January 2011 – May 2022
• Installed and maintained multi-site networks for data, voice, and video systems.
• Hands-on experience in hardware setup, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Managed cabling and IT operations to ensure minimal downtime for clients. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• BICSI Installer II
• BICSI Technician
• Google Project Management Certification