Cable Technician

Entry-Level Data Center Cable Technician Temple, TX Area | Long-Term Project | Paid Travel Training | Career Growth Opportunity

Are you looking to start or grow your career in the booming data center and telecommunications industry? We are hiring Entry-Level Data Center Cable Technicians to support the construction and build-out of a large-scale data center project. This is a long-term opportunity with a minimum project duration of one year
, offering hands‑on experience, training, and the chance to work on cutting‑edge infrastructure projects.

If you're reliable, hard‑working, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working with your hands, we'd love to hear from you.

• Long‑term project with consistent work
• Entry‑level opportunities available
• Gain experience in the rapidly growing data center industry
• Paid travel training opportunities
• Work alongside experienced technicians and industry professionals
• Potential for overtime as project needs evolve
• Opportunity to develop skills in structured cabling, fiber optics, and data center infrastructure

As an Entry‑Level Data Center Cable Technician, you will support the installation of structured cabling systems and network infrastructure inside and outside of a large data center environment. You will work under the direction of experienced technicians while learning industry‑standard installation practices.

This role is ideal for candidates with construction, electrical, telecommunications, low‑voltage, maintenance, warehouse, military, or mechanically inclined backgrounds.

Current

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 6:45 AM to 3:45 PM

Please Note:

• Schedule may transition to 10‑hour shifts based on project demands.
• Overtime opportunities may be available.

Candidates selected from the Temple area (within approximately a 40‑mile radius) must be willing to travel to an active project site in Ohio or Iowa for initial training.

• Training assignment expected to last approximately 3‑6 weeks
• $50/day per diem provided
• Valuable hands‑on experience before returning to the local project

As a Cable Technician I, you will:

• Pull and route CAT6 and other low‑voltage cabling
• Assist experienced technicians with installation activities
• Transport, organize, and stage materials
• Install cable tray, wireway, and supporting infrastructure
• Mount and install:
  • Equipment racks
  • Patch panels
  • Backboards
  • Network hardware
• Assist with telecommunications closet build‑outs
• Install grounding systems for equipment and racks
• Terminate cables and complete punch‑down connections
• Install and support fiber optic infrastructure
• Assist with conduit installations and wire pulls
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely
• Follow safety procedures and job site requirements
• Climb ladders and work in varying construction environments
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• CAT6 cable installation
• Structured cabling
• Punch‑down terminations
• Low‑voltage installation
• Construction or electrical work

• General construction
• Electrical helper roles
• Warehouse and installation work
• Mechanical trades
• Telecommunications
• Military backgrounds
• Any hands‑on technical field

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working on active construction sites
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely
• Reliable transportation
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
• Willingness to travel for training when required

Candidates must possess and be comfortable using the following tools:

• Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead)
• Drywall saw
• Torpedo level
• Tape measure
• Snips with belt sheath
• Needle nose pliers
• Channel lock pliers
• Hammer
• Cable stripper
• Flashlight
• Work gloves

You may be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy hands‑on work
• Want to learn a skilled trade
• Are dependable and punctu