Cable Technician 1

TEKsystems; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

PPE provided by client

Contract-to-Hire

Job summary

IES Communications is looking for a Cable Technician I for data center projects in Covington, GA. This onsite contract-to-hire role pays $21.00–$25.00 per hour with overtime, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

You will work on large data center construction sites, pulling fiber and copper cables, installing trays, racks, and terminations, and reading blueprints. PPE is provided; steel-toe boots are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of commercial cabling experience.
• Experience pulling fiber optic cable.
• Reliable transportation to the worksite.
• Ability to work in a construction environment.
• Understanding of telecommunications color codes.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
• Comfortable using cable cutters, drills, and other installation tools.

Responsibilities

• Pulling and routing copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Installing cable trays, conduit, wireway systems, and support structures.
• Building telecommunications closets and equipment rooms.
• Mounting racks, patch panels, backboards, and hardware.
• Performing Cat5e/Cat6 terminations and punch‑downs.
• Assisting with fiber optic installations.
• Reading blueprints, diagrams, and project documentation.
• Working indoors and outdoors on large‑scale data center construction projects.
• Using industry‑standard hand and power tools safely and effectively.

Skills

Commercial cabling

Fiber optic cable

Blueprint reading

Construction environment

Telecom color codes

Read blueprints

Cable cutters

Drills

Power tools

Tools

Cable cutters

Drills

Power tools

Job description

Cable Technician I | Data Center Project

Social Circle, GA or Fayetteville (Onsite)

$21-$25/hour + Overtime Available

Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

640hour Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

Build the Future of Connectivity

Are you looking to grow your career in telecommunications, structured cabling, or data center technology?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team, gain hands‑on experience in cutting‑edge data center environments, and build a long‑term career with a company known for promoting from within.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Pulling and routing copper and fiber optic cabling
• Installing cable trays, conduit, wireway systems, and support structures
• Building telecommunications closets and equipment rooms
• Mounting racks, patch panels, backboards, and hardware
• Performing Cat5e/Cat6 terminations and punch‑downs
• Assisting with fiber optic installations
• Reading blueprints, diagrams, and project documentation
• Working both indoors and outdoors on large‑scale data center construction projects
• Using industry‑standard hand and power tools safely and effectively

What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications

• At least 1 year of commercial cabling experience
• Experience pulling fiber optic cable
• Reliable transportation to the worksite
• Ability to work in a construction environment
• Understanding of telecommunications color codes
• Ability to interpret blueprints and construction drawings
• Comfortable using cable cutters, drills, and other installation tools

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

• Network equipment installation experience
• Cat6 termination experience
• Rack and stack experience
• Fiber optic knowledge
• Structured cabling

Why Join IES Communications?

• Fast‑growing data center projects
• Strong opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Hands‑on experience with large‑scale infrastructure deployments
• Work alongside experienced telecom and data center professionals
• Potential for long‑term employment through contract‑to‑hire conversion

Work Environment

Active construction and data center environment

Steel‑toe boots required

PPE provided by the client, including:

• Safety Vest
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Covington, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Covington,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

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.

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.

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.