Cat6 Cabling Technician: Install, Terminate & Test

TEKsystems; Buckhannon (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking Data Cabling Technicians to install, terminate, and test Cat 6 cabling for network infrastructure in Buckhannon, WV. You will pull, route, label, and certify cables to established standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of structured cabling experience, read floor plans, and can work at heights. This contract role requires dependability, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of structured cabling experience (Cat 5e/6 pulling, terminating, and testing).
• Working knowledge of punch-down tools, crimpers, and cable certification testers.
• Ability to read and follow floor plans, cable schedules, and labeling schedules.
• Comfortable working at heights on ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a crew.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid driver license and reliable transportation to the job site.

Responsibilities

• Pull and route Cat 6 horizontal cabling through ceilings, walls, conduit, cable tray, and raceway.
• Terminate Cat 6 cable on jacks, patch panels, and faceplates to T568A/B standards.
• Install and dress cable in racks, cabinets, and wall-mount enclosures with proper bend radius and cable management.
• Mount and install outlets, faceplates, J-hooks, and supports.
• Label cables, ports, and panels according to the project labeling scheme.
• Test and certify every cable run with certification tester, and record results.
• Troubleshoot and re-terminate any runs that fail testing.
• Maintain a clean work area and return unused materials to inventory.
• Follow all site safety rules, customer requirements, and project drawings.
• Report progress, material needs, and issues to the foreman or project lead.

Skills

Cat 6 pulling/testing

Punch-down tools

Read floor plans/cabling schedules

Work at heights

Reliable/unbiased team member

Background check

Valid driver’s license

Education

BICSI certification

CCNT Installer 1/2

OSHA 10/30 card

Tools

Cable certification testers

Crimpers

Punch-down tools

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking Data Cabling Technicians to install, terminate, and test Cat 6 cabling for network infrastructure in Buckhannon, WV. You will pull, route, label, and certify cables to established standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of structured cabling experience, read floor plans, and can work at heights. This contract role requires dependability, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to pass background checks.