Cable Technician (Data Center)

ZP Group; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision (through Cigna

401k

Sick leave as required by law

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions seeks a Cable Technician for a large-scale data center project in Red Oak, TX. You will install, route, terminate, label, and test copper and fiber cabling in a mission-critical environment.

Responsibilities include pulling Cat5e to Cat6A and fiber through trays, testing with Fluke and fiber testers, and reading blueprints and cabling schematics. OSHA-certified technicians and familiarity with TIA/EIA standards are required.

Qualifications

• Requires accuracy in installing, routing, terminating and labeling copper and fiber cabling.
• Must be able to read construction drawings, floor plans, rack elevations, and cabling schematics.
• Standards-compliant testing of copper and fiber with appropriate equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, secure, and dress copper and fiber cabling in data center spaces.
• Pull Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A and fiber optic cables through trays and pathways.
• Terminate and test cabling per industry standards.
• Install cable management systems (ladder rack, basket tray, J-hooks, sleeves).
• Label cables and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Reading cable schedules

Time management

Physical stamina

Education

OSHA Certification

TIA/EIA cabling standards

Tools

Fluke testing equipment

Fiber testing equipment

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a skilled Cable Technician to support a large-scale data center construction project in Red Oak, TX. The technician will be responsible for installing, routing, terminating, labeling, and testing copper and fiber optic cabling systems within a mission-critical data center environment.

Responsibilities of the Cable Technician:

• Install, route, secure, and dress copper and fiber optic cabling throughout the data center.
• Pull Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic cable through trays, conduits, and overhead pathways.
• Terminate and test low-voltage copper and fiber cabling according to industry standards.
• Install cable management systems including ladder rack, basket tray, J-hooks, and sleeves.
• Label cables and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with project requirements.
• Perform cable continuity and certification testing using Fluke and fiber testing equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, rack elevation drawings, and cabling schematics.
• Install and connect network equipment, patch panels, server cabinets, and data center infrastructure components.

Qualifications of the Cable Technician:

• 1+ years of experience as a Cable Technician, Structured Cabling Technician, Data Center Technician, or Low Voltage Installer.
• Experience pulling and terminating copper and/or fiber optic cabling.
• OSHA Certification (required upon starting)
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA structured cabling standards.
• Ability to read construction drawings and cable schedules.
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in active construction environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work extended periods standing, bending, and pulling cable.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to the Red Oak project site.

Compensation for the Cable Technician:

• Salary: $20.00 - $25.00/hr, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (through Cigna), 401k, Sick leave as required as by law

This job opens for applications on 9/25/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords:

Data Center, Cable, Cable Tech, Cable Technician, Cabling, Cable Termination, Wiring, Wire, Structured Cabling, Low Voltage, Electrician, Electrical Apprentice, Apprentice, OSHA, TIA, EIA, Construction, Fiber, Fiber Optic, AT&T, Verizon, Commercial, Residential, Cable Pulling, Cable Terminating, Blueprints, Patch, Server Cabinets, Infrastructure, PPE, Cabling Schematics, Ladder Rack, Fluke, Basket Tray, Rack, Tray, Conduit, Cat5, Cat5, Cat 5, Cat 5e

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