Data Center Cable Technician (Fiber & Copper)

TEKsystems; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking motivated Cable Technicians to support the buildout of a large-scale hyperscale data center in Rock Hill, SC. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for individuals entering structured cabling and for experienced technicians seeking career growth in a fast-growing environment.

You will pull, route, and terminate copper and fiber cables, install racks and cable pathways, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a fully onsite data center setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in construction, low-voltage cabling, telecommunications, electrical work, or a related field preferred.
• Willingness to learn structured cabling standards and data center best practices.
• Ability to work in a construction environment.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights when required.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and support copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Install cable trays, J-hooks, D-rings, trapezes, bridal rings, and other cable support pathways.
• Build and install server racks and related infrastructure.
• Organize, dress, label, and prepare cabling for termination.
• Terminate copper and fiber optic cables according to industry standards.
• Install grounding systems for racks, equipment, and cabling.
• Perform fire-stopping procedures, install sleeves, and support penetration work through walls and floors.
• Read and follow blueprints, schematics, and installation drawings.
• Conduct cable testing and validation using appropriate testing equipment.
• Complete timesheets, work orders, material tracking, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Adhere to all customer, industry, and workplace safety standards.

Skills

Fiber optic handling

Fiber and copper termination

Cable installation and routing

Structured cabling systems

Cable testing and troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking motivated Cable Technicians to support the buildout of a large-scale hyperscale data center in Rock Hill, SC. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for individuals entering structured cabling and for experienced technicians seeking career growth in a fast-growing environment.

You will pull, route, and terminate copper and fiber cables, install racks and cable pathways, and ensure compliance with industry standards in a fully onsite data center setting.