Cable Technician

Insight Global; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is hiring Cable Technicians in Allen, Texas to support data center construction efforts. This position involves installing structured cabling systems in active data center environments while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in cabling or telecom, a strong work ethic, and be able to commit to a demanding work schedule from 6 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Ability to commit fully to the 6am–6pm, Monday–Saturday shift.
• Prior experience in cabling, telecom, low-voltage, or data center environments.
• Familiarity with structured cabling systems (copper and/or fiber).

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure Cat5, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling in a data center environment.
• Follow site standards, safety protocols, and construction best practices.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas.

Skills

Cabling installation

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring Cable Technicians to support ongoing data center construction efforts with an established data center infrastructure contractor. This role focuses on installing structured cabling systems in an active data center environment, working as part of a larger construction and infrastructure team. Candidates must be reliable, safety‑focused, and able to commit to a demanding work schedule.

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday–Saturday

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 40 hours

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure Cat5, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling in a data center environment
• Work in cable trays, ladder racks, conduit pathways, and server racks
• Assist with basic terminations, labeling, and cable management as directed
• Follow site standards, safety protocols, and construction best practices
• Work closely with team leads and other technicians to meet project schedules
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas
• Support ongoing data center build‑out and infrastructure installation efforts

Required Qualifications

• Ability to commit fully to the 6am–6pm, Monday–Saturday shift
• Prior experience in cabling, telecom, low‑voltage, or data center environments
• Familiarity with structured cabling systems (copper and/or fiber)
• Comfortable working in a construction site environment
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work as part of a team