Data Center Cable Technician I: Cabling & Fiber Install

TEKsystems; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

On-site work environment

Job summary

TEKsystems in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Data Center Cable Technician to support data center buildouts and structured cabling, including Cat5e/Cat6 and fiber optic work. This contract-to-hire role involves routing, securing cabling, and installing racks and related infrastructure on active job sites.

You will read blueprints, follow safety standards, and work outdoors or indoors as required. Physical, hands-on work and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with basic knowledge of structured cabling.
• Experience with Cat5e/Cat6 and fiber optics is helpful.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and project specs.

Responsibilities

• Install, route and secure structured cabling systems (Cat5e/Cat6 and fiber).
• Terminate and test Cat6 copper cabling.
• Assist with fiber optic installation, routing and connectivity.
• Install rack systems, cable trays, and related infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project documentation.
• Follow safety and installation standards on site.

Skills

Cat5e/Cat6 cabling

Fiber optic cabling

Rack-and-stack installations

Punch-down terminations

Blueprints & drawings interpretation

Color codes & standards

Hand and power tools proficiency

Tools

Cable cutters

Compression tools

Hammer drills

Job description

TEKsystems in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Data Center Cable Technician to support data center buildouts and structured cabling, including Cat5e/Cat6 and fiber optic work. This contract-to-hire role involves routing, securing cabling, and installing racks and related infrastructure on active job sites.

You will read blueprints, follow safety standards, and work outdoors or indoors as required. Physical, hands-on work and teamwork are essential to success in this role.