Skilled Cable & Fiber Installer Technician

Iron Systems, Inc; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Iron Systems, Inc. in Ohio seeks an intermediate cable installer to perform copper and fiber placement, dressing and basic terminations under lead direction while ensuring quality and safety.

The role emphasizes pulling, routing, dressing cables in trays and cabinets, assisting with terminations, labeling per instructions, and supporting test teams with connector cleaning and endpoint verification. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Practical installation knowledge for copper and fiber in data hall environments; ability to follow standards and work packages.
• Ability to use common installation tools and understand basic cable identification and cable route practices.
• Good attention to detail for labeling, dressing, and avoiding damage to cables/connectors.
• Team-oriented communication and readiness to escape issues early.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and dress copper/fiber cables in trays and cabinets following defined routes and workmanship standards.
• Assist with termination and enclosure work as assigned; maintain bend radius and proper slack storage.
• Apply labels per instructions and participate in self-checks/peer checks to confirm correctness before the test.
• Support test teams by preparing links (cleaning connectors, verifying endpoints) and performing remediation tasks as directed.
• Maintain tool control, housekeeping, and safe work practices on ladders/lifts and in congested work areas.

Skills

Copper & fiber installation

Data hall knowledge

Follow standards/work packages

Cable labeling

Team communication

Education

BICSI/FOA training

Job description

Iron Systems, Inc. in Ohio seeks an intermediate cable installer to perform copper and fiber placement, dressing and basic terminations under lead direction while ensuring quality and safety.

The role emphasizes pulling, routing, dressing cables in trays and cabinets, assisting with terminations, labeling per instructions, and supporting test teams with connector cleaning and endpoint verification. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.