Cable Technician

Aerotek; Iowa; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Cable Technician for a data center project in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role requires mechanically inclined individuals who can read blueprints and use hand and power tools to assemble racks and pull fiber optic cable.

This entry-level position offers training, on-site work, and a path into the data center industry. Expect to work five 10-hour shifts on a construction site with potential Saturdays and regional travel.

Qualifications

• Experience on construction sites.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience.
• Ability to follow blueprints.
• Ability to work in a team and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work in high-pressure environments.
• Willingness to travel within regional territory.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and mount trays and server racks using blueprints.
• Pull and run fiber optic cable from point A to point B.
• Dress fiber cable.

Skills

Construction experience

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Cable Technician

We are seeking mechanically inclined individuals to join our team at a data center in Cedar Rapids, IA. As a technician, you will work with blueprints and use hand and power tools to assemble and mount trays, server racks, and pull fiber optic cable. You will perform various tasks, including scanning inventory, unpacking materials, building server racks, installing servers and switches, and running cable. Training will be provided. This position is entry-level, offering a great opportunity to enter the data center industry.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and mount trays and server racks using blueprints.
• Pull and run fiber optic cable from point A to point B.
• Dress fiber cable.

Essential Skills

• Experience on construction sites.
• Mechanical aptitude with 6 months to 1 year of experience.
• Ability to follow blueprints.
• Ability to work in a team and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work in high-pressure environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in structured cabling or construction from any trade.
• Self-motivated and positive approach.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project documents.
• Capability to see and distinguish different colors and hear audible signals.
• Willingness to travel within regional territory.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a foot in the door opportunity into the data center space with possibilities for growth. You will work in a dynamic environment, supported by training and development opportunities. A video link is available to showcase a typical data center site and potential career growth.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, performed on an active construction site. The job requires adherence to safety protocols and the wearing of PPE, including steel-toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses, and gloves. The schedule consists of five 10-hour shifts from Monday to Friday, 7am to 5:30pm, with occasional Saturdays if needed. The environment is an assembly line atmosphere for the build-out of server racks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

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.

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.