TEKsystems · 17 hours ago
Cable Install Technician
Ames, IA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $24/hrTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are hiring Cable Technicians for projects in Ames and Des Moines, IA. The role involves low voltage installation, maintaining cabling infrastructure, and supporting various clients while allowing for career growth in the telecommunications field.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Support school districts, apartment complexes, and business units
Maintain physical infrastructure and structured cabling
Receive direction from team lead and work accordingly
Dig trenches and perform directional drilling
Install data racks and cabinets for schools and apartment buildings
Handle CAT, COAX and Fiber both indoor and outdoor
Maintain safety and wear attire according to standards
Some travel required (Per Diem is included for travel)
Organize, protect, verify, and document network cabling through faceplate, testing, and labeling
Ensure networks are functional, reliable, and easy to maintain
Help set up DIRECTV cable boxes, modems, and satellite dishes
Build out server closets for network setups
Qualification
Required
Low Voltage Installation
Electric
CAT 5/6
Fiber
Punchdown
Wireless Access Point
CCTV, DISH, Satellite
Cable Dressing
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
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (36)
2020 (53)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
Recent News
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