TEKsystems · 16 hours ago
Cable Technician
Cedar Rapids, IA
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19/hr - $23/hrTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking an entry-level Cable Technician to support a large-scale data center construction project. This role involves installing, routing, terminating, and testing low-voltage cabling in an active construction environment.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Install work-area outlets for floor monuments, modular furniture, and wall-mounted systems
Pull and route cable using fish tape and other methods through walls and modular furniture
Perform pre-termination tasks: organizing, dressing, measuring, labeling, and prepping cables
Properly suspend and support cable using cable trays, J-hooks, D-rings, bridal rings, and trapeze systems
Build telecom closets, including mounting backboards, racks, patch panels, fiber hardware, and grounding equipment
Execute fire-stopping procedures, install sleeves, and pull cable through penetrations and pathways
Terminate low-voltage devices and support ongoing installation tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Telecom or structured cabling experience (installing cable trays, pulling cable/fiber, punchdowns, terminations)
Experience using hand and power tools
General construction experience and the ability to follow blueprints
Strong reliability, willingness to learn, and ability to work independently or with a team
Ability to work in indoor/outdoor construction environments
Ability to lift 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs
Comfortable working at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
Ability to distinguish cable colors, read small print, and recognize audible signals
Positive attitude, professionalism, and alignment with project safety and process standards
Benefits
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)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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