Cable Technician / Fiber Technician

XChange Software Inc; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

XChange Software Inc in Ohio is seeking a structured cabling technician to install, test, and maintain copper and fiber-optic data systems across commercial buildings and data centers. You will build the network foundation for voice, video, and internet services by pulling, routing, and terminating cables, and by setting up racks and panels.

The role requires 1–3+ years of low-voltage or telecom installation experience, a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift 50–60 pounds, and the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3+ years of low-voltage or telecom installation experience.
• BICSI Installer/Technician certification preferred or required.
• Ability to lift up to 50–60 pounds, climb ladders, and work in tight crawl spaces.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record for travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Cable Installation: Pull, route, and bundle Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber cables through ceilings, walls, and conduits.
• Hardware Setup: Mount equipment racks, cabinets, patch panels, and cable trays.
• Termination & Testing: Terminate copper jacks and fiber connectors, then test lines for signal performance using certifiers.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair network connectivity failures or damaged line pathways.
• Documentation: Read blueprints and log circuit IDs, test results, and as-built drawings.

Skills

Low-voltage installation

Telecommunications installation

Cable testing

Cable termination

Education

High school diploma or GED

BICSI Installer/Technician certification

Job description

A structured cabling technician installs, tests, and maintains low-voltage copper and fiber-optic data systems. They build the physical network foundation for voice, video, and internet communications in commercial buildings and data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Cable Installation: Pull, route, and bundle Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber-optic cables through ceilings, walls, and conduits.
• Hardware Setup: Mount equipment racks, cabinets, patch panels, and cable trays.
• Termination & Testing: Terminate copper jacks and fiber connectors, then test lines for signal performance using certifiers.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair network connectivity failures or damaged line pathways.
• Documentation: Read blueprints and log circuit IDs, test results, and as-built drawings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 1 to 3+ years of low-voltage or telecommunication installation experience.
• Certifications: Preferred or required BICSI (Installer/Technician) or manufacturer-specific credentials.
• Physical Skills: Ability to lift up to 50–60 pounds, climb ladders, and work in tight crawl spaces.
• Driver Status: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for travel to job sites.