Cable Technician - AKN May

Description Job Description The Communications Technician II must possess the ability to perform the technical responsibilities of a Cable Installer and function as a lead member of a technical team. The Technician II will coordinate small groups of installers in the performance of daily workload including adherence to Company safety and quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Communications Technician II will install a work area outlet for floor, modular furniture and wall (terminate

CAT 3 & CAT 5

jacks. Mount face plates and surface mount boxes correctly. Adhere to

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labeling standards). The Communications Technician II will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels). The Communications Technician II performs testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use of volt-ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable; use a tone set. The Communications Technician II will identify active voice or data circuits. The Communications Technician II will assume responsibility for effective performance of crew and provide necessary training; coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project. The Communications Technician II will fully complete all

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paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required). The Communications Technician II will adhere to and participate in all Company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations. The Communications Technician II will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Tools:

Tools:

screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX. Skills Data center, j hooks, cable terminations, color codes, Management skills, training, Low voltage, Wiring, Telecom, Installation, Cat6, Install, Cable, Cat5, cat 6, ladder rack, rack assembly, rack install, rack and stack, fiber, cable testing, Cctv, Security, Project management, Crimping, punchdowns, troubleshooting Top Skills Details Data center,j hooks,cable terminations,color codes,Management skills,training,Low voltage,Wiring,Telecom,Installation Additional Skills & Qualifications Level 1-2 Screening questions Level 1-2

Questions:

• What is your strongest area of expertise? (initial questions to understand what level of exposure they've had to the industry)
• Do you know how to splice? What is splicing? What cables can you splice? (they need to be able to go into detail)
• Do you know how to do ribbonized/ infused splicing? What types of cables can you do this on?
• Have you installed an IDF/MDF closet from the ground up, including pathways? (if this candidate hasn't installed pathways
• supports, cable tray, fiber runner
• , plus cabling at the Tech 2 level then they aren't a Tech 2)
• What is a punch down? Can you go into detail?
• How long does it take to punch down 24 or 48 patch panels?
• Do you know your color codes?
• Do you have experience with using BOTH ends of a Versiv Fluke tester for fiber and/or copper? (not a MUST, but nice to have)
• If you were to do Quality Assurance, what are some things you would be looking for?
• Labeling of the cable
• Labeling of the patch panels
• Termination point
• Clean consistent dressing
• How would you best describe a supervisor that brings the best out in you? (ideally focusing on effective communication, coaching, and creating a positive work environment/culture)
• Can you provide an example of a time you had little to no direction in solving an issue; what happened/what did you do (looking for someone who will ask questions and escalate if not getting an answer)
• Do you have any experience completing work in a live data center environment? Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Trenton, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00
• $24.00/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 Trenton,SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 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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