Cable Technician

Communications Technician - Job Description

The Communications Technician is responsible for the installation, termination, and support of low-voltage and structured cabling systems in commercial environments. This role includes installing work area outlets in floors, walls, and modular furniture; pulling and routing cable through walls, ceilings, and furniture systems; and preparing cabling for termination by organizing, dressing, labeling, and managing proper cable slack.
Technicians will install and support cable infrastructure using cable trays, J-hooks, D-rings, bridal rings, and trapeze systems while ensuring installations meet industry standards and project specifications. Additional responsibilities include building telecommunications closets, mounting backboards, installing racks, patch panels, cross-connects, fiber optic components, and related hardware, as well as performing rack and equipment grounding.
The role also requires performing fire-stopping procedures, installing sleeves, pulling cable through sleeves and core penetrations, and terminating low-voltage devices. Technicians must be able to interpret blueprints, project drawings, specifications, and quality requirements to ensure successful project completion.
Required Skills

• Structured Cabling Installation
• Low-Voltage Systems
• Cable Pulling and Routing
• Punchdown and Device Termination
• Telecommunications Infrastructure
• Rack & Stack Installation
• Fiber Optic Cabling
• Cable Labeling and Management

Qualifications

• Experience working in commercial construction or telecommunications environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, project documentation, specifications, and quality standards.
• Self-motivated, professional, and team-oriented with a strong focus on safety and process improvement.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, at heights, from ladders, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to distinguish colors, read small print, and recognize audible signals.
• Willingness to travel within local and regional territories as needed.
• Commitment to promoting a positive company culture and maintaining strong relationships with clients, vendors, and business partners.

Experience Level: Intermediate (2+ years of structured cabling or low-voltage installation experience preferred)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fairfax, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Fairfax,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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.


Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


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.