Cable Technician II

Description

The Communications Technician II will install a work area outlet for floor, modular furniture and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks, mount face plates and surface mount boxes correctly). The Communications Technician II will build closets (mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g., terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).

Perform testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use volt-ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable; use a tone set. Identify active voice or data circuits. Assume responsibility for effective performance of crew, provide necessary training, coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project. Fully complete all paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).

Adhere to and participate in all Company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations. Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

• Must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• Possess proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
• Be able to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

• Cable
• Cat5
• Cat6
• fiber splicing
• osha 10
• Punchdown
• Cable puller
• Structured cabling
• Cabling
• Telecommunication
• Low voltage
• Rack and stack
• IT Support
• Data Center
• Semi fab

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jackson, MS.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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).

This is a fully onsite position in Jackson, MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full‑Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real‑world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

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…