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Cable Technician

Job in Altoona, Polk County, Iowa, 50009, USA
Listing for: TEKsystems
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Installation Technician, General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 22 USD Hourly USD 18.00 22.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Responsibilities

  • Install a work area outlet for floor (i.e., monument), modular furniture (surface mount box), and wall (box eliminator).
  • Drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other method, route cable through modular furniture.
  • Perform pre‑termination procedures: organize, form, dress cables, determine length and slack, and label cables.
  • Suspend and support cable correctly using cable tray, J‑hook, D‑rings, Bridal rings, or Trapeze.
  • Build closets – mount and install backboards, cross‑connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware.
  • Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required.
  • Perform fire‑stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.
  • Terminate low‑voltage devices.
Qualifications
  • Proven skill level in cable installation, punchdown, structured cabling, and low‑voltage termination.
  • Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
  • Strong written and verbal communication; perform work at heights, on ladders, in confined spaces.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lb and move up to 75 lb.
  • Color vision, ability to read small print, hear audible signals such as dial tones.
  • Willingness to travel within branch or regional territory as needed.
Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

Contract position based out of Altoona, IA.

Pay & Benefits

Pay range: $18.00–$22.00 per hour.

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
  • 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)
EEO Statement

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.

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