Datacenter Cable Technician

TEKsystems; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Datacenter Cable Technician in Charlotte, NC for a contract, fully onsite role. The position focuses on pulling, dressing, labeling, and terminating Cat5e/Cat6 cabling to TIA/EIA standards, with supervision for RJ45 and patch panel terminations.

Training will cover fiber handling and basic punch-downs while ensuring safety and organized work practices. Ideal candidates have intermediate experience with structured cabling, low voltage systems, and telecom terms.

Qualifications

• Termination/punchdown
• Construction Experience

Responsibilities

• Pull, dress, and label cabling according to standards.
• Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance.
• Assist in labeling and cable identification.
• Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks.
• Support cable testing using basic tools under supervision.
• Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors.

Skills

Cable

Cat6

Cabling

Cable installation

Punchdown

Install

Cable puller

Structured cabling

Cable tech

Telecommunication

Low voltage

Job description

Datacenter Cable Technician

• Pull, dress, and label cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) according to TIA/EIA standards
• Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance
• Assist in labeling and cable identification
• Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks
• Support cable testing using basic tools (Fluke, EXFO) under supervision
• Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors

Skills

Cable, Cat6, Cabling, Cable installation, Punchdown, Install, Cable puller, Structured cabling, Cable tech, Telecommunication, Low voltage

Top Skills Details

Cable,Cat6,Cabling,Cable installation,Punchdown,Install,Cable puller,Structured cabling,Cable tech,Telecommunication,Low voltage

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1. Termination/punchdown
2. Construction Experience

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.