Cable Technician

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Cable Technician Job Description This contract Cable Technician role supports a high volume of low-voltage projects across the Columbia, SC and Rock Hill, SC areas, with the potential to transition into a long-term opportunity. You will work on a variety of commercial environments, including schools, hospitals, office spaces, and data centers, focusing on pulling, terminating, and testing CAT 6 cabling as part of a collaborative field team. Responsibilities + Install, pull, route, and secure low-voltage cabling, primarily CAT 6, in commercial and construction environments such as schools, hospitals, office spaces, and data centers. + Terminate CAT 6 cable at patch panels, jacks, and other endpoints using proper punch-down and termination techniques. + Test and certify CAT 6 cabling to ensure performance and compliance with project specifications and industry standards. + Work with additional low-voltage media, including CAT 5, fiber, and coax, as required by specific projects. + Use basic hand tools and test equipment safely and effectively to complete daily installation and troubleshooting tasks. + Follow project plans, drawings, and instructions from supervisors or lead technicians to ensure accurate installation and timely completion of work. + Travel between multiple job sites within approximately one hour of the main project area using reliable personal transportation. + Collaborate with team members on-site, communicate progress, and assist others to maintain a safe, efficient, and organized work environment. + Adhere to all site-specific safety rules and construction standards while working in active commercial and construction settings. Essential Skills + Hands-on experience pulling, terminating, and testing CAT 6 cable in commercial or construction environments. + Proficiency with low-voltage cabling including

CAT 5, CAT

6, fiber, and coax. + Ability to perform proper terminations and punch-downs on jacks, patch panels, and related hardware. + Comfort working in commercial and construction environments, including active job sites. + Ownership and competent use of basic hand tools required for low-voltage installation work. + Reliable transportation with the ability to commute up to approximately one hour between job sites. + Ability to work effectively as part of a field installation team and follow direction on-site. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with fiber optic cabling is a strong plus. + Backgrnd as a helper or apprentice in a skilled trade or low-voltage environment is beneficial. + Familiarity with testing and certifying low-voltage cabling in commercial projects. + Willingness to learn and adapt to different types of commercial facilities, including schools, hospitals, office spaces, and data centers. Why Work Here? You will join an established low-voltage organization with a steady pipeline of diverse commercial projects, giving you the chance to broaden your technical skills across multiple environments. The role starts on a contract basis but offers a genuine opportunity to grow into a long-term position based on performance and project needs. You gain exposure to large-scale, professional installations, work alongside experienced technicians, and build a strong foundation for a lasting career in the low-voltage and structured cabling industry. Work Environment The role is entirely field-based in commercial and construction settings, including schools, hospitals, office spaces, and data centers in and around Columbia, SC and Rock Hill, SC. You will work on active construction and renovation sites where conditions can vary, requiring adherence to safety practices and appropriate job-site attire such as work boots and durable clothing suitable for construction environments. Work involves regular use of basic hand tools, low-voltage test equipment, and ladders or similar access equipment as needed. Travel between multiple sites within roughly an hour's drive is a routine part of the position, and daily tasks are performed as part of a collaborative on-site installation team. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Columbia, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/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 Columbia,SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 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.

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