Data Center Cable Technician

Job Description:

We are seeking cable technicians to support the installation of new conveyance systems, structured cabling, server cabinets, and related infrastructure inside a large data center in Manassas, VA. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in data centers or similar technical environments. This role involves hands-on installation work inside a cleared-out data hall where technicians will be building out pathways, installing racks, and supporting structured cabling activities as the site prepares for new equipment deployment.

Role Responsibilities:

+ Install cable trays, ladder racks, conduits, and other overhead and underfloor conveyance systems throughout the data hall.

+ Build, install, and level server racks and cabinets, including seismic anchoring, grounding, and hardware mounting.

+ Pull, route, dress, and terminate structured cabling (Cat5/6, fiber optic) within the data center environment.

+ Terminate panels, patching fields, and equipment connections, ensuring clean and organized cable management.

+ Read and interpret construction drawings, rack elevations, and installation standards to ensure high‑quality, accurate builds.

+ Perform basic hardware installation tasks such as mounting switches, PDUs, and other rack-mounted devices (no configuration required).

+ Complete all required paperwork: timesheets, material tracking, work orders, and documentation updates.

+ Maintain strict adherence to quality, safety, and data center protocol standards.

+ Support project leads with additional duties as needed to keep the build-out on schedule.

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

+ 2+ years of experience in data centers, cabling installation, or similar structured‑build environments.

+ Strong understanding of rack installation, cable routing, and data center infrastructure practices.

+ Ability to work confidently with hand tools, power tools, and installation hardware.

+ Experience working from prints, diagrams, or installation standards.

+ Detail‑oriented, reliable, and able to work effectively in a team setting.

+ Must be comfortable wearing full PPE (steel-toe boots, hard hat, vest, safety glasses, gloves).

Employee Value:

This role is ideal for technicians looking to advance within the data center infrastructure field. You'll gain experience in full‑scale data hall builds, including conveyance installation, rack deployment, and structured cabling-valuable skills for long‑term career growth in the data center and telecom industries.

Work Environment:

+ Work takes place inside the data center, typically in cleared or partially built-out areas.

+ Work may involve walking long distances, lifting equipment, and working overhead.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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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 regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services  

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