Cable Installation Technician

TEK Systems; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks candidates with cable and fiber installation experience for an immediate start as Technician I – Basic Installer. Responsibilities include pulling cable, line and data/voice/video cabling, and wearing PPE on site; some roles support data centers.

This is a contract position based out of Cedar Rapids with potential for full-time offers. Pay ranges $18.00-$23.00 per hour, with benefits eligibility as described.

Qualifications

• Looking for individuals that come from a communications or construction experience.
• Would prefer candidates that have previous cable pulling/placement exposure.
• If this person has lead/management/foreman experience that would be a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Data, voice, video, and fiber optic cable placement;
• Wire termination, data, voice and video and fiber optic cables;
• Multi-conductor copper and fiber optic splicing.
• Data, voice and video hardware installation;
• Provide proper care and maintenance of CEC and customer owned equipment;
• Full compliance of CEC and customer’s safety programs;
• Maintains a clean working environment;
• Operation of power tools, drills, saws, vehicles, and man lifts;
• Operation of cable testing equipment for data and fiber optic cables

Skills

Cat6

Installation

Cable installation

Job description

candidates with previous cable and fiber installation experience to start ASAP for projects in the Cedar Rapids corridor. Technician I – Basic Installer (pulling cable, takes direction, installation and wear proper PPE requirements, helps clean up) *This would be an opportunity to perform at a level in which we then extend a full time offer. These openings would support projects in the Cedar Rapids area; some of the roles will be supporting the data centers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Data, voice, video, and fiber optic cable placement;
• Wire termination, data, voice, video and fiber optic cables;
• Multi-conductor copper and fiber optic splicing.
• Data, voice and video hardware installation;
• Provide proper care and maintenance of CEC and customer owned equipment;
• Full compliance of CEC and customer’s safety programs;
• Maintains a clean working environment;
• Operation of power tools, drills, saws, vehicles, and man lifts;
• Operation of cable testing equipment for data and fiber optic cables

Top Skills Details

Cat6,Installation,Cable installation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Looking for individuals that come from a communications or construction experience. Would prefer candidates that have previous cable pulling/placement exposure. If this person has lead/management/foreman experience that would be a bonus.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cedar Rapids, 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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.