Data Technician – Structured Cabling

Prime Partners; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Partners is seeking Data Technicians to support structured cabling and data infrastructure projects in Lowell, AR, with travel to project sites. This contract role requires night shifts from 7:00 PM to 6:00 AM and a willingness to travel through year-end.

The team will operate in three shifts, delivering hands-on cabling work across multiple project sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with structured cabling and data center installations, Cat5/Cat6 terminations and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with structured cabling and data center installations.
• Experience with Cat5/Cat6 terminations and punch-downs.
• Experience testing and toning cables.
• Ability to install cabinets, switches, and access points.
• Strong communication skills and reliability.
• Willingness to work night shifts (7 PM–6 AM) and travel through year end.

Responsibilities

• Perform structured cabling installations and related data infrastructure work.
• Terminate and punch down Cat5/Cat6 cabling.
• Test and troubleshoot network cables.
• Tone and identify cables.
• Hang and install network cabinets.
• Install network switches and wireless access points.
• Perform fiber-related work as needed and fusion splicing when required.

Skills

Structured cabling

Cat5/Cat6 terminations

Test & tone cables

Cabinet/switch/AP installation

Night shift readiness

Travel willingness

Reliability attendance

Strong communication

Job description

Data Technician – Structured Cabling

Location: Lowell, AR, with travel to project sites
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 2–3 months at a time
Start Dates: October 26, November 2, or November 9
Shift: Night Shift — 7:00 PM–6:00 AM
Pay Rate: $25–$32/hour
Openings: 24 Data Technicians
Schedule: 3 teams of 8 technicians
Per Diem: Not available

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Data Technicians to support structured cabling and data infrastructure projects. Technicians will work night shifts and travel to various project sites. Strong attendance, communication skills, and hands‑on cabling experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structured cabling installations and related data infrastructure work.
• Terminate and perform punch-downs for Cat5/Cat6 cabling.
• Test and troubleshoot network cables.
• Tone and identify cables.
• Hang and install network cabinets.
• Install network switches.
• Install wireless access points.
• Perform fiber-related work as needed.
• Perform fusion splicing when required.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and site personnel.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with structured cabling/data center installations.
• Experience with Cat5/Cat6 terminations and punch-downs.
• Experience testing and toning cables.
• Ability to install cabinets, switches, and access points.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work night shifts (7 PM–6 AM).
• Must be willing to travel through the end of the year.
• Reliable attendance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fiber optic cabling experience.
• Fusion splicing experience.
• Previous data center or large‑scale structured cabling project experience.

PPE & Requirements

Candidates must provide their own:

• Class E-rated hardhat
• Safety-toe boots
• Safety glasses
• Hi-Vis vest/shirt

A company truck will be provided. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and clean MVR.

Important:

Attendance is a high priority. Excessive or unnecessary absences may result in replacement. Candidates must be willing to travel and work on projects for 2–3 months at a time.