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.

Why Join Us?

✅ 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

Job Summary

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.

Schedule

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.

Paid Training Opportunity

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.

Travel Details:

+ Training assignment expected to last approximately 3-6 weeks

+ $50/day per diem provided

+ Valuable hands-on experience before returning to the local project

Responsibilities

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

Required Skills

Preferred Experience In:

+ CAT6 cable installation

+ Structured cabling

+ Punch-down terminations

+ Low-voltage installation

+ Construction or electrical work

We Also Welcome Candidates From:

+ General construction

+ Electrical helper roles

+ Warehouse and installation work

+ Mechanical trades

+ Telecommunications

+ Military backgrounds

+ Any hands-on technical field

Required Qualifications

+ 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

Required Tools

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

Ideal Candidate

You may be a great fit if you:

+ Enjoy hands-on work

+ Want to learn a skilled trade

+ Are dependable and punctual

+ Take pride in quality workmanship

+ Work well as part of a team

+ Are looking…