Cable Technician

Zachary Piper Solutions; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holid

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician for onsite work in Red Oak, TX. You will install copper and fiber cabling, terminate and test connections, and read project drawings in a large-scale data center project.

Expect 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week, with a pay rate of $20–$28 per hour and overtime after 40 hours. A strong mechanical aptitude and cabling/testing experience are required, along with background checks and drug screening. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and quick learner.
• Experience with hand tools or power tools in a professional setting.
• Ability to perform physical labor (lifting, climbing, standing).
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week on day or night schedules.
• Clear background check and drug screen required.
• Experience with cabling and network infrastructure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, and secure copper and fiber cabling in data centers.
• Terminate copper, punch down jacks, and dress cables.
• Port pre-terminated fiber connections and verify connectivity.
• Use Fluke and fiber testing tools to validate installs.
• Read project drawings, schedules, and rack elevations.
• Prepare cable pathways and materials as needed.
• Maintain safety on 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools / Power tools

Physical labor

12-hour shifts (7 days/week)

Cable pulling / Structured cabling

Cable termination / Punch-down

Drug screening / Background check

Tools

Fluke testing tools

Fiber testing equipment

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician to support a leading provider of data center infrastructure and telecommunications services. This position is onsite in Red Oak, TX. This is an exciting opportunity supporting a large-scale data center construction and connectivity initiative for a rapidly expanding enterprise technology environment. This role does not require a formal interview.

Responsibilities for the Cable Technician include:

• Install, route, and secure copper and fiber optic cabling throughout data center facilities
• Terminate copper cabling, punch down jacks, and complete cable dressing and organization
• Port pre-terminated fiber connections and verify connectivity standards are met
• Utilize cable testing equipment, including Fluke and fiber testing tools, to validate installations
• Read and interpret project drawings, cable schedules, and rack elevation sheets
• Re-cut and prepare cable pathways and materials as required for installation activities
• Maintain safe work practices while supporting 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced construction environment

Required Qualifications for the Cable Technician include:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new technical skills quickly
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools, or mechanical equipment in a professional setting
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods
• Knowledge of cable pulling, structured cabling, fiber optics, or telecommunications infrastructure preferred
• Experience with cable termination, punch-down procedures, or network connectivity testing preferred
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week, on day or night schedules
• Ability to pass a 10-panel drug screening, random drug testing, and standard background check

EXPECTED START DATE: 11/2/2026

Compensation for the Cable Technician includes:

• Salary Range: $20 - $28/hour, with time-and-a-half pay after 40 hours worked per week
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement

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