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Cable Technician **Travel Required After 6 Months**TEKsystems • Des Moines, IA, United States
Cable Technician • •Travel Required After 6 Months • •

Cable Technician • •Travel Required After 6 Months • •

TEKsystems • Des Moines, IA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
  • Entry-Level Data Center Technician - Start Your Career in Tech!
  • Location :
  • Initial Assignment :
  • Altoona, IA (6 months) -
  • Lodging and per diem provided
  • Long-Term Role :
  • Lebanon, IN (starting July / August 2026)
  • No experience required-just initiative, reliability, and eagerness to learn!
  • If you're ready to launch a career in data centers and structured cabling, this is your opportunity.

    • About the Role
    • As a
    • Data Center Technician
    • , you'll work on real-world projects in dynamic environments. You'll learn the fundamentals of structured cabling, low-voltage systems, and data center operations while working alongside experienced professionals.
    • What You'll Do
    • Install work-area outlets for floors (monuments), modular furniture (surface-mount boxes), and walls (box eliminators).
    • Pull and route cable : drop cable down walls using fish tape; route through modular furniture.
    • Prepare cables for termination : organize, dress, label, and determine length / slack.
    • Suspend and support cable using trays, J-hooks, D-rings, bridal rings, trapeze systems.
    • Build telecom closets : mount / install backboards, racks, patch panels, fiber-optic components.
    • Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cabling.
    • Perform fire-stopping procedures on fire-rated walls; install sleeves; pull cable through penetrations.
    • Terminate low-voltage devices to industry standards.
    • What You'll Bring
    • Hands-on experience (school, work, or hobby) in trades, cabling, electronics, or mechanical / electrical work.
    • Comfort using hand and power tools; willingness to learn punchdown and termination techniques.
    • Strong work ethic, reliability, and safety-first mindset.
    • Ability to work on ladders / lifts, stand / walk for extended periods, and lift / carry materials.
    • Team-oriented attitude and professionalism.
    • Bonus :
    • Exposure to cabling, low-voltage systems, or electronics is a plus-but not required!
    • Top Skills You'll Develop
    • Cable installation
    • Punchdown
    • Structured cabling
    • Work Environment
    • Construction and commercial settings, indoors and outdoors.
    • Coordination with other trades on active jobsites.
    • Flexible schedules; some projects may require nights / weekends.
    • Benefits
    • Lodging and per diem provided during initial Altoona, IA assignment
    • Long-term career growth opportunities in data center operations
    • Ready to start your career in tech? Apply today and join a team that values growth, learning, and hands-on experience!
    • Job Type & Location
    • This is a Contract position based out of Des Moines, IA.

    • Pay and Benefits
    • The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00 / 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 Des Moines,IA.

    • Application Deadline
    • This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 2025.

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      About TEKsystems :

      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.

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