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TEKsystems
Entry Level Cable Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$65,850 / year median in Ohio
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Entry Level Cable Technician TEKsystems $23.00 - $26.00 / hr life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Ohio, Albany Aug 22, 2026
Hiring for entry level cable installers for data centers in the Albany area. Must have some basic exposure to electrical/low voltage industry and be comfortable working with basic hand tools.
- Description
- Pull, dress, and label cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) according to TIA/EIA standards Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance Assist in labeling and cable identification Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks Support cable testing using basic tools (Fluke, EXFO) under supervision Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment Take direction from lead technicians and supervisors
Schedule:
Mon-Sat, 1st shift and 2nd Shift; OTLocation:
Columbus, OH- Skills
- Cat6, Cat5, Cabling, Cable installation, Cable, Install, Structured cabling
- Top Skills Details
- Cat6,Cat5,Cabling,Cable installation
- Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 1. Termination/punchdown 2. Construction or Warehouse Experience 3.
- Has not worked in the META datacenter in last 6 months.
- Experience Level
- Entry Level
- Job Type & Location
- This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, OH.
- Pay and Benefits
- The pay range for this position is $23.
- 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 Albany,OH.
- Application Deadline
- This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.