Cable Technician

TEKsystems•Oak Ridge, TN

4d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

TEKsystems is seeking Cable Technicians to support structured cabling projects throughout the Knoxville, TN area. This is a hands‑on role focused on installing, pulling, routing, and terminating both copper and fiber cabling in commercial, industrial, and municipal environments. Project sites may include office buildings, healthcare facilities, and utility infrastructure.

Requirements

Cable Installation
Cable Termination
Punchdown
Cable Pulling
Low Voltage (Cat5/Cat6)
Troubleshooting
Wireless Access Point Installation
Ability to work independently and within team environments on active construction job sites.
Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and cable testing equipment.
Basic understanding of low-voltage systems, structured cabling, and electrical safety.
Strong attention to detail for labeling, documentation, and high‑quality terminations.
Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally to various project locations.
Professional communication skills and ability to interact with clients, site supervisors, and team members.
Willingness to learn advanced cabling and fiber techniques and continue developing within the telecom industry.

Responsibilities

Install, pull, and route cabling through conduits, trays, risers, and other pathways.
Terminate Cat5/Cat6 copper and fiber optic connections using industry‑standard methods.
Perform cable testing, certification, labeling, and documentation.
Assist with fiber splicing, OSP/ISP pathways, and additional structured cabling tasks as needed.
Follow TIA/EIA, BICSI, and site‑specific standards to ensure quality and compliance.
Maintain fire-stop compliance and adhere to all safety protocols on active construction sites.
Support installation of devices such as wireless access points and low-voltage hardware.