Travel Cable Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are accepting applications for Travel Technicians to work at various locations across the United States. THIS JOB IS 100% TRAVEL and will consist of installing low voltage wiring and equipment such as IP cameras, Wireless Access Points, Routers, Switches, etc. Qualified candidates should expect to be on the road anywhere from 2 – 10 months at a time. We are seeking a self-starter who can work well with a partner 6 days a week. The Travel Technician will be teamed up with a partner who will travel and work with them for the duration of the project.

Benefits:

• Per-Diem paid $125 a day for food and lodging.
• Company vehicle and gas card provided (traveling with a partner)
• Typical work week is 70 hours with travel time ( roughly 30 hours of overtime pay )

Requirements:

MUST READ BEFORE APPLYING!

Candidates must arrive in Lowell, AR typically within 1 week of accepting an offer of employment. Candidates will be responsible for their travel costs to Lowell and must pay for their own food and lodging for their first week. Candidates' first per diem check will be deposited into their account 1 week after they begin employment.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness and financial ability to travel to Lowell, AR for new hire orientation. All candidates must arrive typically within 1 week of accepting the offer. Candidates are responsible for their initial travel costs to Lowell.
• 100% travel of the USA
• Ability to operate a scissor lift; and ability to work at heights.
• Tools required by the technicians: hand tools, screwdrivers (both standard and Phillips), snips, punch down (impact), toner and probe, pliers, adjustable wrenches, joint pliers, and lineman pliers.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
• Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
• Available for extensive travel nationwide.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds or more multiple times per shift.
• Ability to work in cramped spaces.
• Hours of project 7 pm - 7 am, 5 days a week.
• Able to fill out the work order and take care of the tools provided by the office to do the job.
• Abide by PPE requirements. Company provides hard hat, vest, and safety glasses. Must provide your own steel-toed boots.

Responsibilities:

• Pull and terminate low voltage cable.
• Installing network equipment within commercial settings.
• Follow instructions and code when pulling cable.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
• Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
• Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and inner duct.
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
• Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
• Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the client, their customers, or OSHA.
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.

Skills:

low voltage, installation, wap, install, cctv, cable, cat5, cat6, cabling, cable installation, cable puller, wireless access point, access control, punchdown, telecommunication, troubleshooting

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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.