Jobs · OTHR · North Carolina

Cable Puller

TEKsystems · Lenoir, NC · 6 days ago
On-siteOTHR$20–$25/hrContract

Contract position based in Lenoir, NC. Anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About the role

This is a fully onsite, entry-level cable technician role. You will work under supervision to pull, dress, and label Cat5e/Cat6 cabling according to TIA/EIA standards, assist with RJ45 and patch-panel terminations, and learn basic punch-downs on telecom blocks. You will also support cable testing using tools like Fluke and EXFO, gain exposure to fiber-cable handling, and follow all safety and housekeeping protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Pull, dress, and label Cat5e/Cat6 cabling per TIA/EIA standards
  • Begin RJ45 connector and patch-panel terminations with guidance
  • Label and identify cables
  • Perform basic punch-downs on telecom blocks
  • Support cable testing using Fluke, EXFO, and other basic tools under supervision
  • Gain exposure to fiber-cable dressing and basic handling
  • Maintain a clean, organized work environment and follow all safety protocols
  • Take direction from technicians and supervisors

Requirements

  • No prior experience in a META data-center environment within the last six months
  • Basic familiarity with construction or low-voltage work is helpful but not required

Skills

  • Cat5e/Cat6 cabling
  • Structured cabling
  • RJ45 termination and punch-down
  • Cable pulling and dressing
  • Low-voltage telecom systems
  • Basic use of cable-testing tools (Fluke, EXFO)

Schedule

Mon–Sat, 6:00 AM–5:00 PM (1st and 2nd shifts). Overtime and Saturday work may be required.

Pay

Hourly rate: $20.00 – $25.00. Individual compensation within this range depends on qualifications, skills, experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity.

Benefits

If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
  • Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employee and dependents
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)

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