Cable Technician

Structured Cabling Technician III

Location: Fremont, CA (On-Site)

Employment Type: Contract (6 Months)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Schedule subject to change)

Pay Rate: $35.00/hour + Overtime Opportunities

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Structured Cabling Technician III professionals to support the installation and expansion of low-voltage infrastructure within a large-scale manufacturing environment. This role focuses on new structured cabling deployments supporting facility growth, network infrastructure upgrades, and ongoing operational projects.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with copper and fiber cabling installations, cable pathway systems, testing, troubleshooting, and working in industrial or enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, label, terminate, test, and troubleshoot low-voltage copper cabling.

• Pull, route, and properly handle fiber-optic cabling.

• Install and organize cabling within various pathway systems, including:

• Cable trays

• J-hooks

• Ladder racks

• Conduits

• Overhead pathways

• Support rack buildouts, patch panel installations, and IDF/MDF infrastructure deployments.

• Perform cable testing and validation using industry-standard testing equipment.

• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and cabling documentation.

• Ensure installations are clean, organized, properly labeled, and compliant with project standards.

• Work from scissor lifts and elevated work platforms at heights up to 25 feet.

• Follow all safety, PPE, and quality requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and other trades.

• Assist with additional low-voltage infrastructure tasks as project needs evolve.

Required Qualifications

• Experience installing and supporting structured cabling systems.

• Hands-on experience with:

• Copper cable pulling

• Routing and pathway installation

• Cable termination

• Testing and troubleshooting

• Experience pulling and routing fiber-optic cabling.

• Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Experience working from lifts and elevated work platforms.

• Ability to work safely at heights up to 25 feet.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• Reliable transportation and ability to consistently work early morning shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of structured cabling experience.

• Experience with:

• Fluke cable testing

• Fiber testing and certification

• Cable documentation and labeling

• IDF/MDF buildouts

• Equipment rack installations

• Patch panel termination and management

• Cable trays, ladder racks, and J-hook systems

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.

• OSHA 10 certification.

• Scissor lift and aerial lift experience.

Work Environment

This position is fully on-site within an active manufacturing facility. Candidates should be comfortable with:

• Standing and walking for extended periods.

• Pulling and routing cable throughout large production areas.

• Carrying tools, materials, and equipment.

• Working within overhead pathway and cable tray systems.

• Operating from lifts at heights up to 25 feet.

• Working safely around active manufacturing equipment and personnel.

Site-required PPE and tools will be provided. Candidates must provide and wear steel-toe or composite-toe work boots and appropriate work attire.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Contribute to a large-scale infrastructure buildout in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment.

• Gain experience with enterprise-level copper and fiber installations.

• Work alongside a highly skilled infrastructure team.

• Expand your knowledge of advanced manufacturing operations and structured cabling best practices.

• Overtime opportunities available based on project needs.

• Potential for future project extensions and continued opportunities as infrastructure initiatives grow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

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 Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 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.