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About the Role

A leading technology systems integration company is seeking motivated Entry-Level Structured Cabling Technicians to support a large-scale commercial construction project in Austin, TX. This role offers hands-on experience in structured cabling, fiber optics, and network infrastructure installation.

Responsibilities

Pull, route, terminate, and test Cat5e/Cat6 network cabling.
Assist with the installation and testing of fiber optic cabling systems.
Install, assemble, and support telecommunications infrastructure including racks, cabinets, pathways, and cable management systems.
Install network racks and cabinets in telecommunications rooms and data/server rooms.
Read and interpret project documentation, including floor plans, equipment layouts, reflected ceiling plans, conduit schedules and callouts, wall elevations, signal flow diagrams, and cable pull schedules.
Maintain organized and professional work areas while following project standards and safety requirements.
Utilize basic hand tools and power tools to complete installations.
Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure project deadlines are met.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months of structured cabling experience OR completion of a telecommunications/cabling trade school program.
Experience pulling and terminating Cat5e/Cat6 cable.
Understanding of low-voltage installation best practices.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to pass a driving background check.
Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
Candidates must have hard hat with chin strap, safety glasses, high-visibility safety vest, and steel-toed boots before starting.
Tool pouch
Pencil, pen, or Sharpie
Utility knife/box cutter
Wire strippers
Punch-down tool (66 and 110 block)
Flashlight or headlamp
10-in-1 screwdriver
Security bit screwdriver
9" magnetic torpedo level
Hammer
Channel lock pliers
25' tape measure
Diagonal side cutters
Long nose pliers
Drywall saw
Low-voltage snips

Skills

Structured cabling
Fiber optics
Network infrastructure installation
Low-voltage technology
Cabling
Cat5e/Cat6 cable pulling and termination
Telecommunications
Network racks and cabinets installation
Reading floor plans
Reading equipment layouts
Reading reflected ceiling plans
Reading conduit schedules
Reading wall elevations
Reading signal flow diagrams
Reading cable pull schedules
Basic hand tools usage
Power tools usage
Copper cable testing
Fiber optic cable testing

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

On-Site
Contract

Experience Level

Entry-Level

Education Level

Completion of a telecommunications/cabling trade school program

Salary/Compensations

$20.00-$21.00/hour

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Critical Illness
Accident
Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
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)

About the Company

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.
Were 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. Were 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. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

Equal Opportunity

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.