Cable Technician - 174939

Zachary Piper Solutions; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/retirement plan

Paid time off

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Cable Technician to support installation, termination, and testing of low-voltage cabling across multiple technologies in Texas. The role involves ISP infrastructure on a major Oracle project with a large-scale data center focus.

On-site positions require safety compliance and teamwork on a fast-paced site. Responsibilities include building telecom room infrastructure, reading blueprints, and coordinating with project leads while adhering to industry standards and

Qualifications

• Experience with cable pulling, copper terminations, punch-down jacks, fiber porting, and basic cable testing.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret project documents for installations.
• Comfort working in commercial, data center, and education environments with OSHA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test low-voltage cabling including copper and fiber.
• Build telecom room infrastructure with racks, grounding, bonding, and cabling components.
• Install devices like card readers, cameras, WAPs, and other ISP gear.
• Read blueprints, track materials, troubleshoot cabling issues, ensure standards.
• Follow OSHA and site safety, collaborate with project teams.

Skills

Cable installation

Low-voltage cabling

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cable Technician. This job is located in Texas and will be On-Site. The Cable Technician will support project leads in the installation, termination, and testing of low-voltage systems across multiple technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to support a major Oracle project in Texas, helping deliver large-scale ISP and data center infrastructure solutions on a project valued at approximately $100M.

Responsibilities of the Cable Technician include:

• Install, terminate, and test low-voltage cabling systems including copper and pre-terminated fiber infrastructure.
• Build telecom room infrastructure including racks, ladder racks, grounding, bonding, and network cabling components.
• Install and support devices such as card readers, cameras, wireless access points (WAPs), and other ISP infrastructure.
• Interpret blueprints, track materials and tools, troubleshoot cabling issues, and ensure installations meet industry and manufacturer standards.
• Follow OSHA and site safety requirements while maintaining a strong customer service mindset and collaborating effectively with project teams.

Qualifications for the Cable Technician include:

• Strong mechanical aptitude, hands‑on problem‑solving skills, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies and processes.
• Experience with cable pulling, copper terminations, punch‑down jacks, fiber porting, recutting sheets, and basic cable testing preferred.
• Experience with telecommunications, structured cabling, construction, electrical, mechanical, or other hands‑on technical work preferred; entry‑level candidates with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience using cable testers such as Fluke or EXFO testers is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints, troubleshoot cabling systems, and perform quality installations in commercial and data center environments.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, teamwork skills, and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities and leadership opportunities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, use aerial platforms, and work in commercial, education, healthcare, and data center environments.
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Safety Training Course, OSHA10 Safety Certification

Additional Information:

• 12‑hour shifts available on either days (6:30 AM - 6:30 PM) or nights (6:30 PM - 6:30 AM).
• Project schedules may run up to 7 days per week; candidates with limited availability are still encouraged to apply.
• Employees will report to an off‑site parking location and be shuttled to the project site.
• Daily stretch-and-flex meetings, scheduled breaks, and lunch periods are provided on site.
• The project site is remote; employees should plan to bring lunch or utilize available food trucks.

Compensation for the Cable Technician:

• Salary range: $40,000 - $55,000 *depending on experience*
• Comprehensive Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k)/retirement plan, paid time off, and maternity/paternity leave.

This job opens for applications on 9/23/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.