Cable Technician

TEKsystems; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part 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 is seeking Data Center Cable Technicians for contract roles in Hendersonville, TN. Responsibilities include pulling and routing copper and fiber cabling, installing cable support systems, and assisting with rack installations in a large-scale data center environment.

Qualified candidates have experience in structured cabling, data centers, and low voltage work, and can lift up to 50 pounds while working safely with tools in a fast-paced team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in structured cabling and data center environments.
• Background in electrical or low voltage installation is preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and install cabling per standards.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and work on a team.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling.
• Install cable tray, ladder rack, and support systems.
• Assist with rack and cabinet installations.
• Support network infrastructure installations and upgrades.
• Read and interpret blueprints and installation docs.
• Label and organize cabling per project standards.
• Follow safety procedures and site requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with team to meet milestones.

Skills

Structured cabling

Data center environments

Electrical work

Low voltage installation

Telecommunications

Commercial construction

Industrial or mechanical work

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Job description

Data Center Cable Technician

Location: Gallatin, TN

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Friday & Saturday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Employment Type: Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking Cable Technicians to support ongoing infrastructure projects in a large-scale data center environment. We are interested in candidates with experience in structured cabling, data centers, electrical work, low voltage systems, telecommunications, construction, or other hands-on trades. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience working on critical technology infrastructure projects while developing technical skills in a fast-growing industry.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure copper and fiber optic cabling
• Install cable tray, ladder rack, fiber runway, and other cable support systems
• Assist with rack and cabinet installations
• Support network infrastructure installations and upgrades
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and installation documentation
• Label, organize, and maintain cabling according to project standards
• Follow all safety procedures and site requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete project milestones

Required Qualifications

• Experience in one or more of the following:
  • Structured cabling
  • Data center environments
  • Electrical work
  • Low voltage installation
  • Telecommunications
  • Commercial construction
  • Industrial or mechanical work
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely
• Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work well on a team

Preferred Qualifications

• CAT5e/CAT6 installation experience
• Fiber optic cabling experience
• Data center installation experience
• Rack and stack experience
• Cable tray or ladder rack installation experience
• Experience reading construction drawings or blueprints

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hendersonville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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.

• 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 Hendersonville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.

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