Travel Cable Technician

TEKsystems; Illinois City (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading technology provider as a Travel Cable Technician responsible for installing Wireless Access Points in Walmarts nationwide. This 100% traveling position involves hands-on cable installation and ensures quality service across various locations, ideal for skilled technicians willing to work overnight shifts.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short and long-term disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must have experience in CAT5/CAT6 pulls, terminations, and troubleshooting.
• Capability to install and terminate fiber optic cables is essential.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and on lifts.

Responsibilities

• Pull, terminate, and troubleshoot CAT5/CAT6 cables.
• Install fiber optic cables and secure Wireless Access Points.
• Perform testing and maintain installation documentation.

Skills

Cat6

Cat5

Cable installation

Termination testing

Troubleshooting

Low voltage

WAP

Education

Experience in structured cabling

Fiber optic experience

Tools

Basic hand tools for cable installation

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THIS IS A TRAVELING POSITION

Description

Job Summary:

Wachter Inc. is hiring Cable Technicians to support the installation of Wireless Access Points (WAPs) inside Walmart stores across the country. This project requires two technician teams, working overnight shifts (10 hours per night) for 2-3 days per store. The ideal candidates will have experience in CAT5/CAT6 cable installation, fiber optic termination, and troubleshooting network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Pull, terminate, and troubleshoot CAT5/CAT6 cables.

Install and terminate fiber optic cables, including connector placement.

Run cables from network switches to AP locations.

Mount and secure Wireless Access Points (APs) and external omni antennas.

Install and paint conduit as needed.

Perform connectivity testing and troubleshooting.

Work on lifts (40’+) to install equipment at height.

Maintain documentation and follow installation standards.

This is a 100% traveling position, technicians will be given a van or rental vehicle and will be paid drive time.

Skills

Cat6, Cat5, Wireless access point, Wap, Install, Cable installation, termination testing, Punchdown, Low voltage, Cabling, Structured cabling, Installation, Rack and stack

Top Skills Details

Cat6,Cat5,Wireless access point,Wap,Install,Cable installation,termination testing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills:

Experience in structured cabling (CAT5/CAT6 pulls, terminations, troubleshooting).

Fiber optic experience (pulling, terminating, connector installation).

Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Comfortable working on lifts and at heights.

Must have basic hand tools for cable installation.

Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Willingness to travel nationwide 2-3 months at a time and work overnight shifts.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Illinois City,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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