El Paso-cable Technician

TEKsystems•El Paso, TX

2d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-term data center build-out role for individuals working both inside and outside the buildings. The Cable Technician will pull cable, assist other technicians, and handle materials. The role includes installing cable infrastructure and devices, building telecommunications closets, completing IDC connections, installing grounding, and pulling wire or overseeing conduit installation and wire pulling. The position is based in El Paso, Texas, and is contract-to-hire. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Cable, punchdown, and installation skills.
Able to work in an indoor or outdoor construction environment.
Self-motivated, positive, and professional approach.
Proven ability or capacity to learn to interpret blueprints and project documents, including specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
Able to work at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
Able to distinguish colors, read small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
Able to travel within the branch and/or regional territory as needed.

Responsibilities

Pull cable and assist other technicians.
Run and handle materials.
Use hand and power tools.
Climb ladders.
Lay out and install wireway, bus duct, cable tray, switches, receptacles, and other devices.
Build closets by mounting and installing backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic components, and hardware.
Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required.
Complete IDC connections, including terminating 110/66 blocks and patch panels.
Pull wire and/or oversee and direct conduit installations and wire pulling.
Operate tools and equipment that normally require the use of two hands, such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jack hammers.
Help create, develop, and implement project process improvements.
Promote the company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
Life insurance, including voluntary life and AD&D coverage for the employee and dependents
Short- and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave