Cabling Decommissioning Technician

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications support firm is seeking experienced Cabling Decommissioning Technicians for a UK-wide infrastructure decommissioning program. This hands-on, field-based role involves removing legacy coaxial cabling, conducting signal tests, and documenting the recovery process. Candidates should have experience in telecom decommissioning, comfort working at heights, and strong technical skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in coax or telecom decommissioning required.
• Comfortable working at heights and in structured cabling environments.
• Able to work independently and follow technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Recovering and removing coaxial cabling from overhead trays and switch rooms.
• Conducting basic signal testing to confirm circuit disconnection.
• Labeling and documenting recovered cables and hardware.

Skills

Technical skills

Attention to detail

Flexible and reliable

Job description

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Cabling Decommissioning Technician, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client:

ECS Resource Group

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: UK Wide

Start Date: ASAP

We’re currently supporting a UK-wide legacy infrastructure decommissioning programme for some of the UK’s largest telecom providers. We are looking for experienced Cabling Decommissioning Technicians to join our team!

This is a hands-on, field-based role suited for individuals with strong technical skills and experience in removing legacy coaxial infrastructure from headend and switch room environments.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Recovering and removing coaxial cabling from overhead trays and switch rooms
• Conducting basic signal testing to confirm circuit disconnection
• Working at height using ladders or platforms (safety-first approach)
• Labeling and documenting recovered cables and hardware

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in coax or telecom decommissioning
• Comfortable working at heights and in structured cabling environments
• Able to work independently and follow technical procedures
• Flexible and reliable with strong attention to detail

Further information available upon application.