Cable Technician
Job in
New Albany, Franklin County, Ohio, 43054, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
TEKsystems
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Telecoms Engineering, General Labor, Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Looking for data center technicians to install cable and fiber at the data centers located in New Albany, OH**
* ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Installation/decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure in a Data Center environment.
Deliver sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes, always with an eye on improvement.
Provide structured feedback on project progress to Stakeholders.
Exhibit quality workmanship on all work and maintain Data Center cleanliness.
Follow all production, safety and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices.
Collaborate with various Stakeholders to remove project obstacles.
Reading and comprehending blueprints and building documentation/redline work.
Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.
Length of Need (if Applicable): contract to hire (project will be running at least the next 3-5 years possibly longer)
Shift/
Hours:
Days are always preferred by candidates but need candidates to be open for swing shift, overnights, and weekends when needed.
Day shift: 6:00am-6:30pm (Mon-Thurs), 6:00am-2:30pm (Fri). There's an opportunity for overtime on Fridays, and volunteer hours for weekends.
Swing shift: 10:00am-10:30pm (Mon-Thurs), 10:00am-6:30pm (Fri).
Eventually, we'll also operate:
- 6:00am-6:30pm (Mon-Fri)
- 6:30pm-6:00am (Mon-Fri)
Scope: OSP/ISP
Skills
cable installation, data center, Structure, Telecommunication, Structured cabling, Rack and stack, Cat 6 cables, Install, Low voltage, Cable, Cat5, cat6, Cable pulling, cabler puller, cable tech
Top Skills Details
cable installation,data center,Structure,Telecommunication,Structured cabling,Rack and stack,Cat 6 cables,Install,Low voltage,Cable
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.
Must understand customer service.
Clear understanding of job safety requirements.
Be able to read and understand floor plans.
Should be familiar on wiring schemes and wiring testing.
Should be able to pull all types of low voltage cable.
Should understand and be capable in performing field terminations and labeling.
Reports to Operations Manager and take daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Technicians and Advance Technicians.
Capable of maintaining orderly paperwork, capable of running service jobs.
Possess skill to layout MDF and IDF closets, be able to dress all types of cable, and perform all type of terminations.
Capable of working in Data Centers
Shall be able to install ladder racking and seismic bracing both above and under raise floor.
Basic understanding of both copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.
Read and understand blueprints and design document
Dress and furcate fiber trunks for splicing
Maintaining orderly paperwork and running service
Fusion Splice including Ribbon/Single OSP/ISP
Install, connect, and decom network equipment
Operate DSX 5000 tester/OTDR Tester
Program testers
Download test results to Linkware/Linkware Live
Save test results, verify, and submit to customer
Create mass labels and apply per Portmap
Differentiate live cables from decom cable
Copper testing and troubleshooting
Conduct Service Swaps of live networking devices
Understand "FIM" database and operate scan
Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting.
Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pull cables.
Ability to climb ladders and work on raised platforms
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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…
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