Data Center Cable Technician

Position Details

Location: New Albany, OH (Columbus Area)

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00/hr

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Duration: 6 Months with potential for permanent hire

⏰ Schedule: Monday-Saturday

• Must be open to 1st or 2nd Shift • 10-hour days • Overtime available

What You'll Be Doing

As a Cable Installer, you'll work alongside experienced technicians building out network infrastructure inside a large-scale data center environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Pulling, dressing, and labeling Cat5e and Cat6 cabling
• Assisting with structured cabling installations
• Learning RJ45 terminations and patch panel installations
• Performing basic punch-downs on telecommunications systems
• Assisting with cable testing using Fluke and EXFO equipment
• Supporting fiber cable routing and cable management
• Installing and organizing cable pathways and infrastructure
• Following safety procedures and site requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Working closely with senior technicians and project leads

What We're Looking For

Candidates do not need extensive low-voltage experience. The client is primarily looking for individuals who are dependable, hardworking, and willing to learn.

Preferred backgrounds include:

• Construction
• Warehouse
• General Labor
• Cable Installation
• Electrical Helper
• Mechanical Assembly
• Data Center Experience
• Telecommunications

Preferred Skills

• Cat5e / Cat6 Cabling
• Cable Installation
• Structured Cabling
• Cable Pulling
• Cable Dressing
• Termination
• Punch Down Experience
• Experience using hand tools

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, OH.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 New Albany,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.