Cable Technician II

TEKsystems•Rayville, LA

6d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Communications Technician II to support installation, testing, and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems across commercial environments. This role involves installing copper and fiber infrastructure, building and dressing telecom closets, and supporting field crews to ensure high‑quality, on‑time project execution.

Requirements

Cat5/Cat6 Termination
Fiber (splicing or preparation)
Punchdowns (110/66 block, patch panels)
Rack & stack
Structured cabling installation
Low‑voltage/Telecom installation
Cable pulling

Nice To Haves

OSHA‑10 (preferred)
IT Support
Data Center environments
Semiconductor (fab) experience

Responsibilities

Install work‑area outlets in floors, modular furniture, and walls; terminate CAT5/CAT6 jacks and properly mount faceplates and surface‑mount boxes.
Build and install telecom closets, including backboards, racks, patch panels, fiber hardware, and grounding.
Perform continuity and performance testing on horizontal and riser cabling.
Use volt‑ohmmeters, toners, and related tools to troubleshoot opens, shorts, crosses, and pair transpositions.
Identify active voice and data circuits.
Support daily crew performance, provide training as needed, and help coordinate personnel and timelines.
Complete required documentation accurately and on time (timesheets, change orders, material transfers, work orders, etc.).
Adhere to company, customer, and industry standards for quality, safety, and installation practices.
Follow all site‑specific safety protocols and maintain compliance with OSHA and industry best practices.
Ability to work at heights, off ladders, and in confined spaces.
Lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs.
Ability to distinguish color codes and recognize audible signals.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Professional communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to travel within the region as needed.
Regular attendance is required.