Structured Cabling Technician II

Equiliem; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Structured Cabling Technician II to support large-scale commercial and government projects. You will install CAT5e/CAT6 cabling, route cables, terminate at panels, and build MDF/IDF spaces according to drawings and safety rules.

This hands-on role requires travel, overtime, and occasional night shifts. You will read blueprints, use hand tools, and work from ladders or scissor lifts, maintaining an organized jobsite and following OSHA practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial structured cabling, low-voltage, telecommunications, or data cable installation experience.
• Commercial construction or data center cabling experience required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BICSI Level 1 certification or higher preferred.
• Active OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Scissor lift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install CAT5e and CAT6 structured cabling infrastructure in commercial, government, and similar construction environments.
• Dress and route cable into IT closets, modular furniture, and work area outlets.
• Install cable pathways, including J-hooks, D-rings, cable trays, and ladder racks.
• Perform cable management, including dressing, routing, and labeling.
• Terminate cabling at patch panels, jacks, keystones, RJ-45 connectors, and modular plugs.
• Install wireless access points (WAPs).
• Build and support MDF and IDF telecommunications spaces, including data racks, ladder racks, cable trays, and sleeves.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation plans.
• Follow written and verbal instructions while communicating professionally with colleagues and management.
• Follow all applicable jobsite safety procedures, including proper PPE use, jobsite cleanup, and OSHA safety practices.
• Perform work from ladders and scissor lifts and within confined spaces as required.
• Maintain an organized work area and properly use required hand tools and installation equipment.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

BICSI Level 1 certification or higher preferred

Tools

Scissor lift certification

OSHA 10 certification

BICSI certification

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Structured Cabling Technician II supports large-scale commercial and government infrastructure projects through the installation, termination, testing, routing, and management of structured cabling systems. This is a hands-on construction and low-voltage field position, not an IT support role, requiring experience with CAT5e/CAT6 cabling, cable pathways, telecommunications spaces, and related infrastructure. The technician must follow project drawings, technical standards, safety procedures, and installation requirements while maintaining a professional and organized jobsite. The position requires schedule flexibility, including mandatory overtime as needed, potential night-shift work, and openness to travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Install CAT5e and CAT6 structured cabling infrastructure in commercial, government, and similar construction environments.
• Dress and route cable into IT closets, modular furniture, and work area outlets.
• Install cable pathways, including J-hooks, D-rings, cable trays, and ladder racks.
• Perform cable management, including dressing, routing, and labeling.
• Terminate cabling at patch panels, jacks, keystones, RJ-45 connectors, and modular plugs.
• Install wireless access points (WAPs).
• Build and support MDF and IDF telecommunications spaces, including data racks, ladder racks, cable trays, and sleeves.
• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and installation plans.
• Follow written and verbal instructions while communicating professionally with colleagues and management.
• Follow all applicable jobsite safety procedures, including proper PPE use, jobsite cleanup, and OSHA safety practices.
• Perform work from ladders and scissor lifts and within confined spaces as required.
• Maintain an organized work area and properly use required hand tools and installation equipment.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial structured cabling, low-voltage, telecommunications, or data cable installation experience.
• Commercial construction or data center cabling experience required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BICSI Level 1 certification or higher preferred.
• Active OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Scissor lift certification preferred.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints and structured cabling installation plans.
• Ability to work safely from ladders and scissor lifts and within confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and remain physically active for the duration of the work shift.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime as required by project needs.
• Ability to accommodate potential night-shift work as project schedules change.
• Openness to travel based on project requirements.
• Must have basic hand tools and appropriate work gear, including a multi-bit screwdriver, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers, cable stripper, punch-down tool, modular plug crimper, flashlight, tool pouch, gloves, and steel-toe or composite-toe work boots.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Current schedule is approximately 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
• Schedule changes are anticipated based on project needs, including potential night shifts.
• Overtime is mandatory when required by project demands.
• Candidates should be open to travel based on project requirements.
• This is a construction and low-voltage field position and should not be considered an IT support or help desk role.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [e-mail] or [phone].