Data Cabling Laborer

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

The Cabling Laborer role at CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri, involves assisting with installation, testing, documentation and troubleshooting of cabling across hospital facilities. You will support skilled technicians and receive on-the-job training for a career in cabling.

Flexibility to work day shifts with occasional nights, weekends and overtime is required, and a valid driver’s license is required to access multiple CoxHealth sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Active Driver's License required.
• Basic problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, testing, documentation and troubleshooting of cabling (Cat3–Cat6, fiber).
• Provide support to skilled cabling technicians and learn on the job.
• Learn proper use of tools and equipment used in cabling projects.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed and approved.

Skills

Problem solving

Basic communication

Prioritize workload

Safe operation of tools

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1701 IT Communications Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, on-call/afterhours Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times. Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

The Cabling Laborer is responsible for assisting with the installation, testing, documentation and troubleshooting of Cat3, Cat5, Cat6, multi-mode fiber, single-mode fiber, and various other wiring disciplines throughout CoxHealth facilities. This position will provide support to skilled cabling technicians and will be trained on the job for back-up to these positions. This position will learn the proper use of tools and equipment using in the cabling industry. The Cabling Laborer may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary and approved by supervisor.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

• None

Skills

• Problem solving skills.
• Basic communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Basic knowledge or willing to learn the safe operation of all tools used in the performance of duties

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Active Driver's License

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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we’ve created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you!

CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

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CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

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