Cable Technician

* Description
* Job Description

* 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).

* 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).

* Performs testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use of 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 and 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.
Physical and Mental Requirements:

* Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).

* Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.

* Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).

* Must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).

* Must be able to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.

* Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.

* Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

* Regular attendance is mandatory.
Tools: screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves.
Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.

* Skills
* Data center, j hooks, cable terminations, color codes, Management skills, training, Low voltage, Wiring, Telecom, Installation, Cat6, Install, Cable, Cat5, cat 6, ladder rack, rack assembly, rack install, rack and stack, fiber, cable testing, Cctv, Security, Project management, Crimping, punch downs, troubleshooting

* Top Skills Details
* Data center,j hooks,cable terminations,color codes,Management skills,training,Low voltage,Wiring,Telecom,Installation

* Experience Level
* Entry Level

* Job Type & Location
* This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Trenton, SC.

* Pay and Benefits
* The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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 Trenton,SC.

* Final date to receive applications
* This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.
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