Data Cable Technician

TEKsystems•Nashville, TN

5d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking experienced Data & Cabling Technicians to support commercial low-voltage and structured cabling projects throughout the Nashville area. This role is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in commercial cabling environments who can work independently while collaborating with lead technicians and project teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure installations.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of commercial structured cabling experience.
Experience installing and terminating CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A cabling.
Strong understanding of TIA/EIA wiring standards, including T568A and T568B termination methods.
Ability to independently perform data cable termination and punch-down work.
Experience working in active commercial construction or office environments.
Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, ladders, and lifts.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various physical environments, including elevated and confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification.
Experience with Telecommunications installations
Rack and stack deployments
Patch panel terminations
MDF/IDF buildouts
Cable testing and troubleshooting
Exposure to fiber optic, security, or AV systems.

Responsibilities

Pull, route, and install low-voltage copper cabling, including CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A.
Navigate commercial pathways such as conduits, J-hooks, cable trays, and drop ceilings.
Perform high-quality copper terminations into: RJ45 connectors, Keystone jacks, Patch panels.
Apply and maintain TIA/EIA T568A and T568B wiring standards.
Bundle, dress, and label cable runs according to project specifications and industry standards.
Support installations within telecommunications rooms, MDFs, and IDFs.
Read and follow project drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all job site safety requirements.
Collaborate with project leads, foremen, and team members to meet project deadlines.