Cable Installation Technician

Job Description We are seeking several Installation & Cable Technicians for projects located in Ames, Des Moines, IA , and surrounding states. Some travel is required, and per diem is provided when traveling. Candidates must have at least 6 months of low-voltage experience . Individuals with relevant knowledge and hands-on technical schooling will also be considered. Technicians will be responsible for installing data racks and cabinets, Cat6 and coax cable, faceplates , and will test and label cabling . Additional duties include assisting with the setup of DirecTV cable boxes, modems, and satellite dishes in individual rooms, as well as helping build out server closets for network installations . Work will take place both indoors and outdoors in school and apartment building environments . Occasional tasks may include digging trenches and performing directional drilling . Technicians will receive daily direction from project leads. Required Skills Cable Installation Cat6 / Cat5 Punchdown General Installation Qualifications Reliable and dependable Strong work ethic Attention to detail Motivated to grow and advance in the field Experience Level Entry Level If you'd like, I can also: Shorten this for a job board Rewrite it in a more casual or more technical tone Optimize it for ATS keywords Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA. 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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026. h4>

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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.