Cable Technician 1

About the role

TEKsystems is seeking motivated, hardworking individuals looking to break into the rapidly growing data center and low voltage industry. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with fiber optics, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure while working alongside experienced technicians. If you're dependable, eager to learn, and looking for a long-term career path with advancement opportunities, we want to hear from you.

• Fast-growing data center industry experience
• Hands-on training with fiber optics and structured cabling
• Opportunities for advancement into lead technician and specialized roles
• Consistent overtime available
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career growth
• Work on large-scale, cutting‑edge technology projects
• Contract‑to‑hire position based out of Rock Hill, SC
• Fully onsite work environment

Responsibilities

• Pulling, routing, and dressing copper and fiber optic cable
• Installing cable tray, wireway, buss duct, and supporting infrastructure
• Building telecommunications and network closets
• Mounting racks, patch panels, cross‑connects, and equipment hardware
• Installing and terminating Cat5e/Cat6 cabling
• Assisting with fiber optic installations and connectivity
• Installing grounding and bonding systems for equipment and racks
• Reading and following blueprints, specifications, and project documentation
• Maintaining quality and safety standards on active construction sites
• Operating hand and power tools, including cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and other installation equipment

Requirements

• At least 1+ year of commercial cabling, construction, electrical, or low voltage experience
• Experience pulling cable, fiber, or wire in commercial environments
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced construction environment
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as project needs require

Qualifications

• Fiber optic installation knowledge
• Cat5e/Cat6 termination experience
• Network equipment installation experience
• Data center experience
• Blueprint or construction drawing interpretation

Skills

• Dependable and punctual
• Safety focused
• Eager to learn new technologies
• Comfortable working overtime when needed
• Interested in building a long‑term career within the data center and low voltage industry
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.00 – $25.00 per hour.

Schedule

Monday – Saturday, 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Overtime opportunities available.

Benefits

• 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 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)