Entry-Level Data Center Cabling Technician

TEKsystems; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

TEKsystems in Fayetteville, GA is seeking an entry-level Communications Technician I to learn and grow within a structured cabling and data center infrastructure team. The role is ideal for candidates with little to no experience who possess a strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude.

You will install and support structured cabling, cabling pathways, and telecommunications hardware in data center and commercial environments, with safety and documentation emphasized throughout the project

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of hand tools and construction environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to work on ladders and in physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Install and support structured cabling systems including Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, and Fiber Optic Cabling.
• Pull, route, dress, label, and support cabling throughout commercial and data center environments.
• Install work area outlets, surface mount boxes, wall outlets, and telecommunications hardware.
• Drop cable through walls, ceilings, cable trays, and other pathways using fish tape and industry-standard installation methods.
• Support cable pathway installations including Cable Tray, J-Hooks, D-Rings, Bridal Rings, Trapeze Supports, Fiber Runner Systems.
• Perform pre-termination activities including measuring cable lengths, organizing and dressing cable bundles, labeling and documenting cable runs, maintaining clean cable management practices.
• Build and support telecommunications closets (MDF/IDF) including Backboards, Equipment Racks, Cabinets, Patch Panels, Fiber Enclosures, Cross Connects.
• Install grounding and bonding systems for telecommunications equipment and racks.
• Assist with rack & stack activities and infrastructure deployments.
• Perform firestopping procedures, sleeve installations, and penetrations according to code requirements.
• Terminate low-voltage devices and support network connectivity installations.
• Complete all required project documentation including Timesheets, Work Orders, Material Transfers, Change Orders, Tool Transfers, Project Documentation.
• Follow all IES Commercial safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by project leadership.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Reliable transportation

Lifting 50+ lbs

Ladders

Overtime

Tools

Screwdrivers

Tape measure

Drywall saw

Cable strippers

Needle nose pliers

Channel locks

Hammer

Wrench set

Fish tape

Gloves

Basic power tools

Job description

TEKsystems in Fayetteville, GA is seeking an entry-level Communications Technician I to learn and grow within a structured cabling and data center infrastructure team. The role is ideal for candidates with little to no experience who possess a strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude.

You will install and support structured cabling, cabling pathways, and telecommunications hardware in data center and commercial environments, with safety and documentation emphasized throughout the project