Travel Cable Technician
Listed on 2026-05-21
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician, General Labor, Electrician/ Electrician Installation
Role Summary
This is a 100% travel position based out of El Paso, Texas. Technicians will be required to travel to Altoona, Iowa for project work and will eventually return home to El Paso upon project completion.
ResponsibilitiesInstall a work area outlet for floor (i.e. monument), modular furniture (i.e. surface mount box), and wall (i.e. box eliminator). Drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other methods. Route cable through modular furniture. Perform pre‑termination procedures: organize, form, and dress cables; determine length, slack, and label cables. Suspend and support cable correctly using cable tray, J‑hooks, D‑rings, bridal rings, and trapeze systems.
Build telecommunications closets, including mounting and installing backboards, cross‑connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic components, and associated hardware. Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required.
The Communications Technician performs fire‑stopping procedures on fire walls, installs sleeves, pulls cable through sleeves and core penetrations, and terminates low‑voltage devices.
Core Skills- Cable
- Cable Installation
- Punchdown
- Structured Cabling
- Telecommunications
- Low Voltage
- Rack and Stack
Skills & Qualifications
- Must be able to work in both outdoor and indoor construction environments
- Self‑motivated with a positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Ability to contribute to process improvements and promote company culture and mission
- Proven ability (or willingness to learn) to interpret blueprints and project documents, including specifications and quality requirements
- Comfortable working at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds
- Must be able to distinguish colors, read small print, and recognize audible signals (e.g., dial tones)
- Must be willing and able to travel 100% of the time, including extended stays in Altoona, IA, before returning to El Paso
Expert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of El Paso, TX.
Pay & BenefitsPay range: $18.00 - $23.00/hr.
- 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)
This is a fully onsite position in El Paso, TX.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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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