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TEKsystems
Cable Technician
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What they do
A Cable Technician or Installer sets up cable equipment and lines for customers and makes repairs as needed.
$71,498 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Cable Technician TEKsystems $69.50 / hr life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, California, Truckee Aug 08, 2026
- Description
- Reporting to the Infrastructure Manager, the Lead Cabling Technician installs, maintains and troubleshoots CAT6, single and multi-mode fiber.
Essential Functions:
Meeting with customers, reviewing project scope and individual tasks. Pulling/Installing, and supporting CAT 5e/CAT6 cable. Pulling/installing, and supporting innerduct with fiber. Terminating, testing and labeling CAT5e, CAT6, and Single/Multi Mode fiber. Building out complete IDF/DMF including installing Racks, Cabinets and ladder racking. Dressing cables and installing fiber channel trays. Install grounding and bonding, including TMGB bars. Drilling, including the use of hammer and core drills; cutting ceiling tiles. Penetrating firewalls, installing UL approved fire penetration solution including fire sleeves and fire stops. Create detailed as-built of the complete job. Testing and certifying installed cables, including copper and fiber. Troubleshooting and repairing copper and fiber connections issues. Install, cut, bend EMT conduit and raceway as needed to complete pathways. Document and report completed tasks on a daily basis to the project manager or lead tech. Maintain quality of service by establishing and enforcing industry and organizational standards. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing assigned tasks as needed. Lead by example and exceed requirements for all policies including attendance and dress codes. Collaborates effectively with the Management team to ensure assigned tasks completed in a timely manner. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.- Skills
- Cable, Cat6, Cat5, Cabling, Cable installation, Install, Structured cabling, Cable tech, Telecommunication, Low voltage, Punchdown, Cable puller, Troubleshooting, Wireless access point, Installation
- Top Skills Details
- Cable,Cat6,Cat5,Cabling,Cable installation,Install,Structured cabling,Cable tech,Telecommunication,Low voltage
- Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 2 years of experience as a Lead Cabling Technician.
- Job Type & Location
- This is a Contract position based out of Truckee, CA.
- Pay and Benefits
- The pay range for this position is $69.50 - $69.50/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 Truckee,CA.
- Application Deadline
- This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.
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.