Cable Technician

TEK Systems; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lodging

Per diem

Job summary

TEK Systems is seeking a Communications Technician II / Cable Technician for a contract role based out of Dallas, TX. The position involves installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting structured cabling in a large data center environment.

The ideal candidate will work with Cat5/Cat6, patch panels, outlets, racks, and network hardware, including fiber optic work. The role requires hands‑on experience with low‑voltage cabling and a safety‑driven approach to fast paced construction

Qualifications

• Experience with low‑voltage cabling, punch‑downs, routers and switches.
• Ability to install, terminate, test and troubleshoot structured cabling in data center environments.
• Comfort working at heights and in fast‑paced construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot structured cabling systems in a large data center.
• Pull and terminate Cat5/Cat6, install patch panels, outlets, racks and network hardware.
• Perform fiber optic installations and testing; identify active circuits and troubleshoot connectivity.

Skills

Cable

Cat6

Cat5

Cabling

Punchdown

Cable puller

Structured cabling

Telecommunication

Low voltage

Job description

This opportunity is located in Rayville, Louisiana. This opportunity is building one of the biggest data centers in the region. There is company provided free lodging and per diem paid for all out of town technicians.

Communications Technician II / Cable Technician

The Communications Technician II is responsible for the installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems in a large-scale data center environment. This role involves pulling and terminating Cat5/Cat6 cabling, installing and configuring patch panels, outlets, faceplates, racks, and network hardware, as well as performing fiber optic installations and testing. Technicians will build and organize telecommunications closets, complete copper and fiber terminations, identify active voice and data circuits, and utilize testing equipment to troubleshoot connectivity issues. Candidates should have hands‑on experience with low‑voltage cabling, punch‑downs, routers, switches, and structured cabling infrastructure. The ideal candidate is safety‑focused, dependable, and capable of working in fast‑paced construction and data center environments, including working at heights, lifting equipment, and meeting project deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the largest data center construction projects in the country and gain experience supporting critical communications infrastructure.

Skills

• Cable
• Cat6
• Cat5
• Cabling
• Punchdown
• Cable puller
• Structured cabling
• Telecommunication
• Low voltage

Top Skills Details

• Cable
• Cat6
• Cat5
• Cabling

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• IT Support
• Data Center
• Semi fab

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

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.

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.

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.