Entry-Level Cable Technician - Launch Your Career In Telecom!

Entry-Level Cable Technician - Launch Your Career In Telecom! TEKsystems $23.00 - $24.00 / hr life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, South Carolina, Trenton May 17, 2026

Location:

Richmond, VA

Schedule:

Full-time | Flexibility required (occasional 10-12 hour shifts, 6 days/week)

Industry:

Data Center Infrastructure Ready to break into the booming world of telecommunications? This is your chance to learn the trade from the ground up-no prior experience required. Join a high-impact team building out one of the largest data centers in the region, and gain hands-on skills that can launch you into a long-term tech career. What You'll Be Doing

• Install cable trays and build server racks
• Pull cable and fiber throughout massive data center spaces
• Learn to punch down and terminate fiber connections
• Route and dress cables using fish tape, J-hooks, D-rings, and more
• Perform grounding, fire-stopping, and low-voltage terminations
• Follow blueprints and complete documentation with precision
• Support technicians and team leads on large-scale infrastructure projects What You'll Learn
• Telecom color codes and termination techniques
• Blueprint reading and construction best practices
• Data center buildout processes from start to finish
• Industry safety and quality standards What You Bring
• Experience with hand tools and basic construction tasks
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment
• Punctuality, teamwork, and a willingness to learn
• Comfort working at heights and in active construction zones Why This Role Rocks

Career-Changing Opportunity:

Get your foot in the door with major tech clients

On-the-Job Training:

Learn from experienced pros in a hands-on environment

Massive Impact:

Help build out over 2.5 million square feet of cutting-edge data center space

Growth Potential:

This role can lead to future positions as a Data Center Technician or beyond If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and start building the future of connectivity, this is the job for you. Apply now and take the first step toward a career in telecom!

• 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 22, 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.