Data Center Cabling Technician - Fiber & Copper

TEKsystems; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking Data Center Cable Technicians for contract work in the Kansas City area. The role requires hands-on experience with structured cabling, including copper and fiber, with opportunities to work on large data center projects.

You will install, test, label, and route cables, support rack-and-stack tasks, and follow installation drawings. Onsite, 8–10 hour shifts, with overtime potential and a $24.00–$28.00/hr pay range.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of structured cabling experience.
• Experience with CAT5/CAT6 cabling installations.
• Experience pulling, dressing, labeling, and terminating cable.
• Familiarity with cable tray installations.
• Experience testing copper and/or fiber cabling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in active environments.
• OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain before starting.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, dress, and label copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Install cable tray, fiber runner, and structured cabling pathways.
• Terminate and test CAT5, CAT6, and fiber optic cabling.
• Perform cable testing and troubleshooting.
• Assist with rack-and-stack installations and network equipment build-outs.
• Follow project drawings, specifications, and installation standards.
• Maintain organized work areas and job site material management.
• Ensure quality workmanship and proper labeling standards throughout installations.

Skills

Structured cabling

CAT5/CAT6 cabling

Cable routing and labeling

Testing copper/fiber

OSHA 10

Job description

TEKsystems is seeking Data Center Cable Technicians for contract work in the Kansas City area. The role requires hands-on experience with structured cabling, including copper and fiber, with opportunities to work on large data center projects.

You will install, test, label, and route cables, support rack-and-stack tasks, and follow installation drawings. Onsite, 8–10 hour shifts, with overtime potential and a $24.00–$28.00/hr pay range.