Data Technician III

The Cook & Boardman Group; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career growth programs

Job summary

CBX Solutions is seeking a Data Technician III to install, maintain, and repair low-voltage cable infrastructure on customer sites. The role involves running copper, terminating cables, and ensuring installations meet industry standards.

You will assist with structured cabling systems, attire neat labeling, and support data closet builds while providing excellent service. Candidates should be comfortable with physical work, be able to read redline drawings, and have OSHA 10 certification.

Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification required.
• Willingness to learn new skills and ask questions.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair cable infrastructure in a low voltage environment.
• Run, pull, and terminate copper cabling per code and industry standards.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of structured cabling systems.
• Ensure faceplates and labels are neat and plumb for a professional appearance.
• Maintain project housekeeping and track tools and materials.
• Read redline drawings with accuracy.
• Dress cables neatly and install cable pathways (J-Hooks, Basket Tray, Ladder Rack).
• Install and test copper and fiber components (LC/SC/ST/MPO/APC).
• Perform basic troubleshooting and testing (toning, butt-set).
• Work with data closets including setting cabinets and racks.

Skills

OSHA 10

Job description

Build Your Career Where You Matter

Join CBX Solutions, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

At CBX Solutions, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here. Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.

Why Work With Us?

We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to CBX University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

The Data Technician III is responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing cable infrastructure in a low voltage environment. The ideal candidate will be able to meet the physical demands of the worksite while also providing excellent customer service.

Essential Functions

• Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to code and industry standard practices
• Running, pulling, and terminating copper
• Assist co-workers with installation and routine maintenance of structured cabling systems
• Ensuring that products are installed to industry standards, faceplates and labels neat and plumb ensuring a professional appearance
• Maintaining project housekeeping protocols
• Assist with keeping track of site tools and materials to avoid loss or damage
• Ability to install cable pathways including but not limited to:
  • J-Hooks
  • Basket Tray
  • Ladder Rack
• Ability to dress cables neatly and in-line with applicable standards
• Ability to use hand and power tools to assist in building out data closets including but not limited to:
  • 2-Post Racks
  • Ladder Rack
  • Setting Cabinets
• Ability to terminate and install standard industry copper connectors with minimal supervision/training
  • 4-Pair cable terminations
  • Multi-Pair cable termination
  • Applicable color codes
  • Coaxial terminations
  • Basic troubleshooting (Toning, Butt-set, etc.…)
  • Basic alert cabling terminations (speakers, horns…etc.)
• Familiarity with fiber products
  • Single mode and Multimode
  • LC, SC, ST, MPO, APC
• Basic understanding of bonding and grounding installation principles
  • Telecommunication Busbars
  • Compression style connectors
• Routing and installation of bonding conductors
• Basic understanding of firestopping principles
  • Firestop Caulk
  • Firestop Pillows
  • Firestop Putties
• Basic understanding of transmission principles
  • Copper
  • Fiber
  • Copper Testing – Setup testing equipment and save test results.
• Properly read redline drawings with accuracy

Minimum Qualifications

• OSHA 10
• Demonstrate ability to ask applicable questions and willingness to learn new skills.
• Punctuality and consistent daily attendance.
• BASIC HAND TOOLS OWNED BY EMPLOYEE, (DRILL, SNIPS, SCREDRIVERS, LEVEL)
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools to perform assigned job site tasks.
• Understanding of safety as it relates to each division and the use of appropriate safety measures in daily tasks.
• Familiarity with industry and best practices.
• Demonstrate ability to work successfully independently and in a group setting.
• Ability to install cabling according to industry standards with minimal supervision.
• Ability to install cable pathways including but not limited to:
  • J-Hooks
  • Basket Tray
  • Ladder Rack
• Ability to dress cables neatly and in-line with applicable standards.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to assist in building out data closets including but not limited to:
  • 2-Post Racks
  • Ladder Rack
  • Setting Cabinets
• Ability to terminate and install standard industry copper connectors with minimal supervision/training.
  • 4-Pair cable terminations
  • Multi-Pair cable termination
  • Applicable color codes
  • Coaxial terminations
  • Basic troubleshooting (Toning, Butt-set, etc.…)
  • Basic alert cabling terminations (speakers, horns…etc.)
• Familiarity with fiber products
  • Single mode and Multimode
  • LC, SC, ST, MPO, APC
• Basic understanding of bonding and grounding installation principles
  • Telecommunication Busbars
  • Compression style connectors
• Routing and installation of bonding conductors
• Basic understanding of firestopping principles
  • Firestop Caulk
  • Firestop Pillows
  • Firestop Putties
• Basic understanding of transmission principles
  • Copper
  • Fiber
  • Copper Testing – Setup testing equipment and save test results.
• Properly read redline drawings with accuracy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Limited experience up to 2 years.
• OSHA 10, preferred but not required for hire.
• Aerial lift certification.
• Fall protection certification/training.

Physical Demands

Spends more than 2/3 of time standing, kneeling/crouching/stooping, using hands and reaching. Spends approximately 1/3 of time walking and talking/hearing. Frequent lifting required of items 25-50 pounds, and occasional lifting over 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

Conditions will include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and using various tools and hardware. Subject to frequent heavy lifting. May require driving to project sites. May be exposed to variable weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CBX Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.