Cable Installation Technician

TEKsystems; Mount Pleasant (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems in Mount Pleasant, IA is seeking a Cable Technician Trainee to join a 5-person crew responsible for installing utilities and network infrastructure. You will work in a warehouse environment and help safely install conduit, pipe, and cable.

Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience with low voltage systems, read utility locates, and coordinate with ground crews. This contract role offers on-site work and a pay range of $18.00 to $23.00 per hour with benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating directional boring equipment preferred.
• Ability to read utility locates, bore profiles, and construction drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong commitment to safety; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to install utilities according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret utility locates and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with crews to ensure safe operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and complete daily production and safety documentation.
• Perform routine inspections and basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

General Labor

Installation

Cabling

Low Voltage

Construction

Indoor/Outdoor

Directional boring equipment

Reading utility locates & plans

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Valid driver's license

Job description

life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, Iowa, Mount Pleasant

Jul 29, 2026

CABLE TECHNICIAN TRAINEE

MT PLEASANT, IOWA

• General Labor
• Installation
• Cabling
• Low Voltage
• Construction
• Indoor/Outdoor

JOB SUMMARY

The Cable Technician Trainee will work to install utilities and network infrastructure. The Cable Technician Trainee will work in 5-person crew taking guidance and direction. The Cable Technician Trainee will work in a warehouse environment to setup network services for an enterprise retail leader. With supervision the Cable Technician Trainee and safely install conduit, pipe, and cable services.

DUTIES

• Operate equipment to install utilities according to project specifications.
• Work underground and at heights minimizing surface disruption.
• Perform pullbacks for conduit, pipe, or cable installation.
• Read and interpret utility locates, bore profiles, and construction drawings.
• Safely identify and avoid existing utilities.
• Set up, operate, and maintain power equipment and tooling.
• Coordinate with ground crews, locators, and supervisors to ensure safe operations.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site.
• Complete daily production and safety documentation.
• Follow all company, OSHA, and sitespecific safety policies.
• Perform job site setup and cleanup, including loading and unloading tools, materials, and equipment.
• Handdig entry and exit pits as needed.
• Support potholing and utility exposure activities.
• Pull conduit, pipe, or cable during bore operations.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely.
• Perform traffic control and site safety tasks when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and daily inspections.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience operating directional boring equipment preferred
• Knowledge of cabling to include copper, fiber or conduit
• Ability to read utility locates and job plans
• Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor/ Outdoor construction site
• Warehouse environment
• Physical labor including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods

INTERVIEWS & START DATE

• Interviews: August 3-7
• Interviews are in-person in Mount Pleasant, Iowa
• Start Date: August 24, 2026

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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

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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.