Structured Cable Technician III

TEKsystems; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Structured Cabling Technician III to support the installation and buildout of low-voltage infrastructure in a large-scale manufacturing environment. The role focuses on new structured cabling installations supporting facility expansion and upgrades, including copper and fiber cabling in a fast-paced setting.

The technician will work with an established infrastructure team on high-profile projects, reading blueprints, testing, labeling, and ensuring clean,

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with structured cabling installations.
• Experience with copper cable pulling, routing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with fiber-optic cabling pulling and routing.
• Ability to read blueprints, floor plans, and cabling documentation.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, label, terminate, test, and troubleshoot low-voltage copper cabling.
• Pull, route, and safely handle fiber-optic cabling.
• Install and organize cabling within cable pathways (trays, J-hooks, ladder racks, conduits, overhead pathways).
• Support patch panel installations, rack buildouts, IDF/MDF environments, and related infrastructure.
• Perform cable testing and validation with industry-standard equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and cabling documentation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly labeled installations.
• Work from lifts and elevated platforms at heights up to 25 feet.
• Follow safety, PPE, and quality standards.

Skills

Structured cabling installations

Copper cable pulling

Fiber-optic cable pulling

Cable routing

Testing and troubleshooting

Blueprints and floor plans reading

Safety awareness

Working from lifts/heights

Education

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

Fluke cable testing

Fiber testing

Cable documentation and labeling

IDF/MDF buildouts

Equipment racks and patch panels

Job description

Structured Cabling Technician III

Location: Fremont, CA (On-Site)

Employment Type: Contract (6 Months)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Subject to Change)

Pay Rate: $35.00/hour + Overtime Available

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Structured Cabling Technician III professionals to support the installation and buildout of low-voltage infrastructure within a large-scale manufacturing environment. This project is focused on new structured cabling installations supporting ongoing facility expansion and infrastructure upgrades.

Technicians will work alongside an established infrastructure team, supporting copper and fiber cabling installations in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for hands-on cabling professionals looking to gain experience in a large-scale enterprise environment while working on high-profile infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, dress, label, terminate, test, and troubleshoot low-voltage copper cabling


• Pull, route, and safely handle fiber-optic cabling


• Install and organize cabling within cable pathways, including:
  
  
  
  • Cable trays
  
  
  • J-hooks
  
  
  • Ladder racks
  
  
  • Conduits
  
  
  • Overhead pathways
  
  
  
  


• Support patch panel installations, rack buildouts, IDF/MDF environments, and related infrastructure


• Perform cable testing and validation using industry-standard testing equipment


• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and cabling documentation


• Maintain clean, organized, and properly labeled installations


• Work from lifts and elevated work platforms at heights up to 25 feet


• Follow all safety, PPE, and quality standards


• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and other trades on-site


• Complete additional low-voltage infrastructure tasks as project demands evolve

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with structured cabling installations


• Experience performing:
  
  
  
  • Copper cable pulling
  
  
  • Cable routing
  
  
  • Termination
  
  
  • Testing
  
  
  • Troubleshooting
  
  
  
  


• Experience with fiber-optic cable pulling and routing


• Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment


• Experience working from lifts and elevated platforms


• Ability to work at heights up to 25 feet


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety


• Reliable transportation and ability to consistently report for early morning shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of structured cabling experience preferred


• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Fluke cable testing
  
  
  • Fiber testing
  
  
  • Cable documentation and labeling
  
  
  • IDF/MDF buildouts
  
  
  • Equipment racks and patch panels
  
  
  • Cable trays, ladder racks, and J-hooks
  
  
  
  


• Blueprint and construction drawing interpretation


• OSHA 10 Certification


• Scissor lift and aerial lift experience

Work Environment

• Standing and walking for extended periods


• Pulling and routing cable throughout large production areas


• Carrying tools and materials


• Working in overhead pathways and cable tray systems


• Working from lifts at heights up to 25 feet


• Operating safely around active manufacturing equipment and personnel

Why Join This Project?

• Support a large-scale infrastructure buildout within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment


• Gain experience with enterprise-level copper and fiber installations


• Work alongside a highly skilled infrastructure team


• Exposure to advanced manufacturing operations and structured cabling standards


• Overtime opportunities based on project needs


• Potential for continued opportunities as infrastructure projects expand

Benefits Eligible contractors may receive access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Life Insurance


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PTO, Vacation, and Sick Leave (where applicable)

Pay and Benefits

Pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr. 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 Fremont,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statements

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 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 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 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 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 regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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.