Cable Installer Technician - L1

Iron Systems, Inc; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Systems, Inc. is looking for an Intermediate Cable Installer in the United States. The role involves executing standard copper and fiber placement, dressing, and basic termination tasks under lead direction while ensuring quality and safety.

You will pull, route, and dress cables, assist with termination, apply labels, and support test teams with connectors and remediation tasks. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Candidate understands copper and fiber installation basics in data hall settings.
• Able to follow installation work packages and standards.
• Demonstrates careful labeling, dressing, and protection of cables and connectors.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and dress copper/fiber cables in trays and cabinets per routes and standards.
• Assist with termination and enclosure work; maintain bend radius and slack storage.
• Label components per instructions and perform self-checks/peer checks before testing.
• Support test teams by preparing links and performing remediation tasks as directed.
• Maintain tool control, housekeeping and safe practices in congested work areas.

Skills

Practical installation knowledge

Tool handling proficiency

Attention to detail

Team communication

Job description

Role Summary

Intermediate cable installer who executes standard copper and fiber placement, dressing, and basic termination tasks under lead direction while maintaining quality and safety expectations.

Role Summary

Intermediate cable installer who executes standard copper and fiber placement, dressing, and basic termination tasks under lead direction while maintaining quality and safety expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and dress copper/fiber cables in trays and cabinets following defined routes and workmanship standards.
• Assist with termination and enclosure work as assigned; maintain bend radius and proper slack storage.
• Apply labels per instructions and participate in self-checks/peer checks to confirm correctness before the test.
• Support test teams by preparing links (cleaning connectors, verifying endpoints) and performing remediation tasks as directed.
• Maintain tool control, housekeeping, and safe work practices on ladders/lifts and in congested work areas.
  

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Practical installation knowledge for copper and fiber in data hall environments; ability to follow standards and work packages.
• Ability to use common installation tools and understand basic cable identification and cable route practices.
• Good attention to detail for labeling, dressing, and avoiding damage to cables/connectors.
• Team-oriented communication and readiness to elevate issues early.

Certifications / Training

• Preferred: Entry BICSI/FOA training or equivalent on-the-job experience.