Cable Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Cable Technician I (Entry Level)

Project Overview

Join a long-term data center construction project expected to last at least one year. This role is ideal for dependable, hard-working individuals who enjoy hands-on work and are comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.

Schedule

• M-F 6:45 AM – 3:45 PM
• Schedule may transition to 10-hour shifts based on project needs

• Pull and install data and communication cabling
• Assist experienced technicians with installation activities
• Handle, organize, and transport materials throughout the job site
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Climb ladders and work in construction environments
• Install cable tray, wireway, receptacles, and related infrastructure
• Build and outfit telecommunications closets, including racks, patch panels, backboards, and fiber hardware
• Perform cable terminations and patch panel connections
• Assist with conduit installation and cable routing
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area

• Cable installation experience or knowledge
• Basic understanding of Cat6 cabling
• Punchdown and cable termination experience preferred
• Ability to use hand and power tools

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Basic hand tools

• Candidates located within approximately 40 miles of the project site are preferred.
• Must be willing to travel for 3 to 6 weeks of training at another project location.
• Travel assignments include a daily per diem of $50/day .

Entry Level

Previous cabling, construction, or low-voltage experience is a plus, but motivated candidates with a strong work ethic are encouraged to apply.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Temple, TX.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Temple,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

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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.

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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