Cable Technician

TEKsystems; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Transportation benefits

Job summary

TEKsystems in Sandston, VA is seeking an entry-level Cable Technician to learn and assist in building cable infrastructure inside a data center. You will work alongside experienced technicians to install cable trays, pull cables and fibers, and learn color codes.

This on-site role requires punctuality and teamwork, with potential 10-12 hour days and six-day weeks. You will perform pre-termination steps, route cables, and complete paperwork accurately while following safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Telecom experience including installing cable trays, pulling cable/fiber, termination and related tasks.
• Experience using hand tools in construction or telecom environments.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist higher-level technicians in building cable infrastructure.
• Install cable trays and pull cables/fibers, learn color codes.
• Perform pre-termination tasks: organize, form, dress cables, and determine length.
• Route cable through data center and perform fire stopping as needed.
• Install grounding for racks and equipment where required.
• Suspend and support cable using trays, J-hooks, D-rings, bridal rings, and trapeze.
• Terminate low-voltage devices and follow blueprints.
• Complete timesheets and work orders accurately and on time.
• Adhere to company, customer and industry safety standards.

Skills

Telecom experience

Hand tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

Cable Technician

Job Description

We are seeking entry-level cable technicians to join our team in Sandston, Virginia. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the telecommunication field, working on the largest data center in Richmond, VA. The role involves learning and assisting in the construction of cable infrastructure across the data center, working closely with experienced technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist higher-level technicians and team leads in building cable infrastructure.

• Install cable trays, pull cables and fibers, and learn color codes.

• Perform pre‑termination procedures: organize, form, dress cables, and determine length and slack.

• Route cable through data center and perform fire‑stopping procedures on fire walls.

• Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required.

• Suspend and support cable correctly using cable trays, J‑hooks, D‑rings, bridal rings, and trapeze.

• Terminate low‑voltage devices and follow blueprints.

• Complete all paperwork accurately and on time, including timesheets and work orders.

• Adhere to all company, customer, and industry quality and safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Telecom experience, including installing cable trays, pulling cable/fiber, punch down, and termination.

• Experience working with hand tools.

• Construction experience, particularly in following blueprints and building.

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Punctual and team player.

• Flexibility with work hours, including potential for 10-12 hour days and 6-day work weeks.

• Comfortable working in a data center environment and at heights.

• Ability to handle organization and occasional loud environments.

Work Environment

The position is on‑site in a data center with over 2 feet of space dedicated to ongoing construction. The work environment requires comfort with heights and an ability to handle some organization and occasional loud environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sandston, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 (PPT, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sandston, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sandston,VA.

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.

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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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.

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.