Cable Technician Trainee: Field Install & Utilities

TEKsystems; Mount Pleasant (IA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems in Mount Pleasant, IA is seeking a Cable Technician Trainee to join a 5-person crew responsible for installing utilities and network infrastructure. You will work in a warehouse environment and help safely install conduit, pipe, and cable.

Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience with low voltage systems, read utility locates, and coordinate with ground crews. This contract role offers on-site work and a pay range of $18.00 to $23.00 per hour with benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating directional boring equipment preferred.
• Ability to read utility locates, bore profiles, and construction drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong commitment to safety; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to install utilities according to project specifications.
• Read and interpret utility locates and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with crews to ensure safe operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized job site and complete daily production and safety documentation.
• Perform routine inspections and basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

General Labor

Installation

Cabling

Low Voltage

Construction

Indoor/Outdoor

Directional boring equipment

Reading utility locates & plans

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Valid driver's license

Job description

TEKsystems in Mount Pleasant, IA is seeking a Cable Technician Trainee to join a 5-person crew responsible for installing utilities and network infrastructure. You will work in a warehouse environment and help safely install conduit, pipe, and cable.

Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience with low voltage systems, read utility locates, and coordinate with ground crews. This contract role offers on-site work and a pay range of $18.00 to $23.00 per hour with benefits.