Cable Technician

TEKsystems • Lenoir, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a contract-to-hire position for a Cable Technician in Lenoir, NC. The role involves installing, dressing, and labeling cabling according to industry standards, assisting with terminations, and supporting cable testing under supervision. The position offers exposure to fiber optics and requires adherence to safety protocols and a clean work environment. Overtime and Saturday work may be required.

Requirements

• Install, Installation, Low voltage, termination, Cat6, Cat5, Construction, Cable, Fiber, Telecommunication, Structured cabling, Cable installation
• Termination/punchdown
• Construction Experience
• Has not worked in the META center in last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Pull, dress, and label cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) according to TIA/EIA standards
• Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance
• Assist in labeling and cable identification
• Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks
• Support cable testing using basic tools (Fluke, EXFO) under supervision
• Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Benefits

• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees