Cable Technician

Job Description Overview

We are seeking entry-level and experienced Cable Technicians to support a large data center construction project in New Albany, OH. This position is ideal for candidates with hands-on cabling experience, particularly those who have experience pulling pigtails, installing structured cabling, and working in commercial construction environments.

Candidates must be flexible to work either 1st or 2nd shift as project staffing needs change.

Responsibilities

• Pull and install fiber pigtails and structured cabling systems
• Support cable installation activities in a data center and construction environment
• Route, secure, and organize cabling according to project specifications
• Complete timesheets, work orders, material transfers, and other project documentation accurately and on time
• Follow all company, customer, and industry safety requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist with inventory, materials handling, and other project-related duties as assigned
• Collaborate with team members and project leadership to ensure successful project completion

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a Cable Technician, Cable Installer, Cable Puller, Data Technician, or related role
• Experience pulling pigtails
• Ability to work in a construction environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Reliable transportation to the job site
• Ability to distinguish cable colors and read small print

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Cat5, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling
• Data center experience
• Telecommunications or ISP experience
• Shipping, receiving, inventory management, or material handling experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on ladders and at heights
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work throughout the shift
• Regular and reliable attendance required

What We Offer

• Tools provided
• Opportunity to gain experience on a high-profile data center project
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Competitive pay and benefits eligibility

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 $23.00 - $28.00/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 New Albany,OH.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.

About TEKsystems

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

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed.

We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and