Lead Cable Technician

Description

Our client has multiple needs open for entry level cable technicians. These technicians will be learning cabling on a grand scale. They have an exclusive contract to build the cable infrastructure for them throughout the data center. Their role will be to assist the higher level techs and the team leads in building out the infrastructure to include : pulling cable, pulling fiber, learning color codes, learning how to punch down and terminate fiber, installing cable trays and pathways, and build server racks. More than likely Tech's will start our installing cable tray's and building the server racks.

THE CLIENTS JOB DESCRIPTION :

1. Drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other method. Route cable through data center. Perform pre-termination procedures : organize, form, dress cables and determine length, slack and label cables. Suspend and support cable correctly : Cable tray, J-hook, D-rings, Bridal rings, Trapeze.

2. Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required.

3. Perform fire-stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.

4. Terminate low-voltage devices.

5. Follow prints.

6. Fully complete all paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).

7. Adhere to and participate in all Company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.

8. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Cable, Cat6, Cat5, Install, Cabling, Fiber optic, Cable installation, Fiber optic cable, Cable puller, Structured cabling, Telecommunication, Fiber splicing, Splicing, Data center, Cable tech, Cat5e, New construction, Low voltage, Rack and stack, Termination testing, Wiring, Punchdown, Telecom, Coax

Top Skills Details

Cable,Cat6,Cat5,Install,Cabling,Fiber optic,Cable installation,Fiber optic cable,Cable puller,Structured cabling,Telecommunication,Fiber splicing,Splicing,Data center,Cable tech,Cat5e,New construction,Low voltage,Rack and stack,Termination testing,Wiring

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Punctual and team player, able to flexible on hours. If they get behind they will go to 10-12 hour days. 6 days a week

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00 / 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 Sandston,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.