Cable Technician - 174939 - 175362 - 176310

Piper Companies; 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 the installation, termination, and testing of low-voltage systems across multiple technologies in Texas. The role is on-site and focuses on ISP and data center infrastructure on a major Oracle project valued at ~$100M.

Responsibilities include cabling, telecom room setups, device installation, and blueprints interpretation. Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills, be able to lift 50 lbs, and be open to 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Experience with copper terminations, fiber porting, and basic cable testing.
• Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot cabling systems in data centers.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts on days or nights.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged; OSHA10 safety certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test low-voltage cabling and ISP infrastructure.
• Build telecom room infrastructure and install devices like cameras and WAPs.
• Follow safety requirements and coordinate with project teams.
• Interpret blueprints and track materials and tools.

Skills

Cable pulling

Fiber porting

Copper terminations

Blueprint reading

Testing equipment

OSHA safety

Bilingual

Tools

Fluke tester

EXFO tester

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.

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