ISP/OSP Cable Technician
About The Position
TEKsystems is seeking motivated and reliable Communications Technicians at Technician I and Technician II levels to install and maintain structured cabling infrastructure on large-scale commercial construction projects. The work involves copper and/or fiber optic cabling and low-voltage systems in a fast-paced construction environment. Technicians need strong attention to detail and must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Project demands may require occasional 10–12-hour workdays. The position is based at construction project sites in Conesville, Ohio, is fully onsite, and is a contract-to-hire role. The first shift is 6:00 AM–3:00 PM. Pay is listed at $22–$30 per hour, with Technician I at $22–$23 per hour and Technician II at $25–$30 per hour. Tools are provided. Drive-time compensation is available for employees traveling more than 50 miles to project sites.
Requirements
- Technician I: 0–2 years of structured cabling, telecommunications, construction, or low-voltage experience.
- Technician I: Basic understanding of copper cabling installation and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Technician I: Willingness to learn cable terminations, testing procedures, and industry best practices.
- Technician II: At least 2 years of structured cabling, low-voltage, or telecommunications experience.
- Technician II: Experience with cable terminations, testing, troubleshooting, and interpreting project documentation.
- Technician II: Ability to work independently and support junior technicians when needed.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding construction environment.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, at heights, from ladders, and in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move equipment or materials up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to distinguish cable colors, read small print, and recognize audible signals.
- Ability to travel within the local service territory as needed.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Structured cabling, telecommunications, fiber optic cabling, commercial construction, cable installation and routing, cable testing, low-voltage systems, troubleshooting, and safety compliance skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with structured cabling.
- Experience in telecommunications.
- Fiber optic installation experience.
- Experience with low-voltage systems.
- Commercial construction experience.
Responsibilities
- Install, pull, route, dress, and label Cat5e, Cat6, and related low-voltage cabling in accordance with TIA/EIA standards.
- Assist with or perform cable terminations, including RJ45 connectors, patch panels, and telecom blocks.
- Label and identify cables according to project specifications and installation standards.
- Support cable certification and testing using industry-standard tools such as Fluke and EXFO equipment.
- Install, dress, and handle fiber optic cabling according to established best practices.
- Follow project drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Maintain organized work areas and ensure installations meet quality standards.
- Communicate with supervisors, project managers, and fellow technicians.
- Assist with troubleshooting and resolving installation issues and support project completion timelines.
- Complete project documentation accurately, including timesheets, work orders, material transfers, tool transfers, and change orders.
- Follow company, customer, OSHA, and industry safety requirements.
- Participate in quality assurance and process improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Company-provided tools.
- Drive-time compensation for employees traveling more than 50 miles to project sites.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
- Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
- Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
- Transportation benefits, if eligible.
- Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
- Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
