Cable Technician

Insight Global; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) after 90 days

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking Level I and Level II Cable Technicians to support structured cabling and low-voltage projects. You will install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot voice and data cabling across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include installing CAT3/CAT5 cabling, jacks, panels, racks, and related telecom infrastructure; testing for continuity and faults; reading blueprints; and traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Level I: 0–6 months of structured cabling or related hands‑on experience.
• Level II: 2+ years of structured cabling or telecom experience; able to lead others.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate CAT3/CAT5 cabling, jacks, outlets, faceplates, patch panels, and 110/66 blocks.
• Install racks, backboards, cross-connects, fiber hardware, grounding, and other telecom infrastructure.
• Test and troubleshoot cabling for continuity, opens, shorts, crossed pairs, and related issues.
• Identify active voice and data circuits.
• Read and follow blueprints, specs, and project docs.
• Use standard cable installation, termination, and testing tools.

Skills

Cable installation

Testing

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAT3/CAT5 installation tools

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for Level I and Level II Cable Technicians to support structured cabling and low-voltage projects. Technicians will install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot voice and data cabling.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate CAT3/CAT5 cabling, jacks, outlets, faceplates, patch panels, and 110/66 blocks.
• Install racks, backboards, cross-connects, fiber hardware, grounding, and other telecom infrastructure.
• Test and troubleshoot cabling for continuity, opens, shorts, crossed pairs, and other issues.
• Identify active voice and data circuits.
• Read and follow blueprints, specifications, and project documentation.
• Use standard cable installation, termination, and testing tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Level I: Entry-level to 6+ months of experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, telecommunications, electrical, construction, or a similar hands-on trade.
• Level II: 2+ years of structured cabling or telecommunications experience, with the ability to work independently and help lead others.
• Familiarity with cable installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Job Posting –Required Compensation Information

THE BELOW INFORMATION MUST BE INCLUDED IN ALL JOB POSTINGS.

Compensation:

$20/hr to $31/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

• Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment.
• Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

Direct Placement Roles:

Compensation:

$41,000 to $64,000 per year annual salary. [

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

• Benefit packages for this role include: [description should be provided by the client since this is for a perm position- they will not receive IG benefits. If client does not provide it upon our request, we can insert something generic like "Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law."]