Cable Technician Ocala

TEKsystems•Ocala, FL

5d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

A commercial cable technician installs, maintains, and repairs structured network infrastructure for businesses, focusing on Cat5e/Cat6, fiber optics, and coaxial systems. Core duties include running cables, terminating connections, and testing signal integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus 3+ years of hands-on experience in commercial low-voltage or structured cabling.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, punch-down tools, and optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDR) or cable certifiers.
Ability to lift up to 50–80 lbs, climb ladders or lifts, work in tight ceiling spaces, and distinguish wire color codes.
Active OSHA 10, Lift, Fall Cert.

Nice To Haves

Cable installation
cable termination
wireless access points
Punchdown
Cabling
Cat5
Cat6
Structured cabling
Low voltage
Rack and stack
CCTV
Installation
Coax
Wire cable
Telecommunication

Responsibilities

Run, lace, and route low-voltage cables through ceilings, walls, and raised floors using support structures like J-hooks and cable trays.
Punch down and terminate voice and data blocks, patch panels, and jacks; assist with server room and rack organization.
Use diagnostic meters and cable testers to measure signal strength, locate faults, and fix connectivity failures.
Interpret architectural blueprints, construction drawings, and telecommunication schematics to plan cable paths.
Label cables accurately, update network documentation, and follow local fire and building safety codes.