Technician I - Structured Cabling

TEKsystems; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems in Florence, KY is hiring a Communications Technician I to install, route, terminate low-voltage cabling in commercial environments. Build telecom closets, install racks/patch panels, perform fire stopping, and document progress.

0–1 year in cabling or related field preferred; HS diploma or GED required; must lift 40 lbs and have a valid driver's license. This is a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role in Florence, with pay between $21.00 and $25.00 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role requiring 0-1 year of telecommunications or cabling experience.
• Must possess and be proficient with listed tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install, route, support, label and terminate low-voltage cabling in commercial spaces.
• Build telecommunications closets; install racks and patch panels.
• Perform fire stopping; support cable infrastructure projects; document work accurately and on time.

Skills

low voltage cable

cable termination

construction site safety

blueprint interpretation

structured cabling installation

telecommunications infrastructure

fiber optic exposure

basic construction experience

mechanical aptitude

ability to travel

basic hand tool proficiency

documentation and paperwork accuracy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

screwdriver

drywall saw

torpedo level

tape measure

snips

pliers

hammer

cable stripper

flashlight

gloves

Job description

Description

This role is actively hiring to support a Data Center in Florence Kentucky. The Communications Technician I is an entry-level structured cabling professional responsible for installing, routing, supporting, labeling, and terminating low-voltage cable systems in commercial environments. The role includes building telecommunications closets, installing racks and patch panels, performing fire stopping, supporting cable infrastructure projects, following safety standards, and accurately completing project documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and typically possess 0-1 year of experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, or a related technical field.

Skills

• low voltage cable
• cable termination
• construction site safety
• blueprint interpretation
• structured cabling installation
• telecommunications infrastructure
• fiber optic exposure
• basic construction experience
• mechanical aptitude
• ability to travel
• basic hand tool proficiency
• documentation and paperwork accuracy

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Florence, KY.

Tools

Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves.

Able to lift 40lbs

Valid drivers license

Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Florence,KY.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 regard 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.