Entry-Level Data Center Cable Technician | Onsite Build

TEKsystems; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation

EAP

PTO

Job summary

TEKsystems is hiring Cable Technicians for a minimum 1-year Data Center build-out in Temple, TX. This hands-on role involves working both indoors and outdoors, with a standard schedule of Monday–Friday, 6:45AM–3:45PM and potential 10-hour shifts.

The position is contract to hire, onsite in Temple, TX, with pay between $23.00 and $26.00 per hour. Training may require 3–6 weeks in Ohio or Iowa, at $50/day per diem.

Qualifications

• Cat6, punchdown, and cable installation experience.
• Your own basic hand tools (screwdriver, tape measure, pliers, cable stripper, etc.).
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs and climb ladders.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel to Ohio or Iowa for 3–6 weeks of training (per diem $50/day).

Responsibilities

• Pulling and running cable (Cat6).
• Installing wireway, cable tray, patch panels, racks, and fiber optic hardware.
• Building and mounting closets, cross connects, and backboards.
• Terminating 110/66 blocks and completing IDC connections.
• Operating hand and power tools daily.
• Assisting experienced technicians and handling materials on site.

Skills

Cat6 installation

Punchdown

Cable installation

Own basic hand tools

Driver's license

Lift up to 40lbs

Willing to travel training

Job description

TEKsystems is hiring Cable Technicians for a minimum 1-year Data Center build-out in Temple, TX. This hands-on role involves working both indoors and outdoors, with a standard schedule of Monday–Friday, 6:45AM–3:45PM and potential 10-hour shifts.

The position is contract to hire, onsite in Temple, TX, with pay between $23.00 and $26.00 per hour. Training may require 3–6 weeks in Ohio or Iowa, at $50/day per diem.