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TEKsystems
Data Center Cabling Technician
Job Description
🔧 Cable Technician Looking to grow your career in data centers and network infrastructure ? This is a hands-on opportunity to work on large-scale builds. 🔌 What You'll Be Doing Install and route Cat5, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling Pull and terminate cables, including 110/66 blocks and patch panels Perform rack & stack installations and build out network closets Install cable trays, conduit, and wireways in commercial environments Read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams Support data center builds both indoors and outdoors Use hand and power tools (drills, cutters, compression tools, etc.) ✅ What We're Looking For 1+ year of commercial cabling experience Experience with: Structured cabling (Cat5/Cat6) Punch-downs and terminations Cable installation and routing Basic understanding of fiber optic cabling Ability to read blueprints and project specs Knowledge of communications color codes Reliable transportation to job sites ➕ Nice to Have Fiber pulling experience Network equipment familiarity Data center or large commercial build experience 🦺 Work Environment Construction and data center settings Physically active role requiring lifting, tool usage, and movement Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Gallatin, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Gallatin,TN.
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.Career Insights for Cable Technician / Installer
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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.
$66,440 / year median in the U.S.
+16% projected growth