Data Center Cable Technician

TEKsystems; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TEKsystems in Kennewick, WA is seeking a data center cabling technician to install, maintain and decommission copper and fiber infrastructure. You will route, terminate, splice, label, test, and troubleshoot cables, read blueprints, and coordinate with teams to report progress.

Maintain safety, quality, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced data center setting. This contract, fully on-site position requires steel-toed boots and some own hand tools.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong work ethic; physical cabling work on ladders and in data centers.
• Experience as data center, cable technician, telecom, or electrician apprentice a plus.
• Cable experience with coax, fiber, cat5/cat6; no license required.
• Low voltage experience is a big plus.
• Willing to obtain OSHA 10 and Scissor Lift certification before starting.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and decommission data center network and cabling infrastructure, including copper and fiber systems.
• Perform cable routing, termination, splicing, labeling, testing, and troubleshooting using industry-standard tools.
• Install and support structured cabling systems such as ladder racking, seismic bracing, and live service upgrades.
• Read blueprints and technical documentation; coordinate with teams and provide project status updates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards while maintaining organized work areas.
• Complete physical tasks in data center environments, including lifting equipment, pulling cable, and climbing ladders.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Physical labor

OSHA 10 readiness

Education

Electrician apprentice

Tools

Steel-toed boots

Job description

Job Duties:

• Install, maintain, and decommission data center network and cabling infrastructure, including copper and fiber systems
• Perform cable routing, termination, splicing, labeling, testing, and troubleshooting using industry-standard tools
• Install and support structured cabling systems such as ladder racking, seismic bracing, and live service upgrades
• Read blueprints and technical documentation; coordinate with teams and provide project status updates
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards while maintaining organized work areas
• Complete physical tasks in data center environments, including lifting equipment, pulling cable, and climbing ladders

Qualifications:

• Need to have a strong work ethic. This is physical work, up and down ladders, putting together server cabinets, and cabling, etc.
• Previous data center, cable technician, telecom, electrician apprentice candidates is a plus.
• Prefer cabling experience (coax, fiber, cat5, cat6, copper, punch downs, etc.) no license required.
• Low voltage experience is a big plus.
• Data Center/Construction site experience is a plus.
• Must have steel toed boots and some of your own hand tools.
• Must be willing to obtain OSHA 10 & Scissor Lift certification prior to starting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kennewick, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kennewick,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.