Entry‑Level Data Center Cable Technician (Paid Training)

TEKsystems

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring entry-level cable technicians to support the build-out of a large-scale data center campus. This role serves as an entry point into telecommunications or data center work, offering hands-on training, work alongside experienced technicians, and the opportunity to learn skills that lead to long-term careers in telecom, data centers, and IT infrastructure. You will work with a structured team completing entry-level infrastructure tasks across the data center, including installing cable trays, ladder rack, building and organizing server racks, pulling cable and fiber, learning to terminate and punch down cabling, routing and dressing cables, assisting with grounding and low-voltage work, reading basic drawings, and following instructions. Training and supervision are provided, and you will learn about telecom color codes, data center construction, blueprint reading, cable management, job site safety, and how to grow into higher-level technician roles. These skills are transferable across the industry nationwide.

Requirements

• No prior experience needed
• Comfortable using basic hand tools
• Willing to learn and follow direction
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Able to work on your feet and stay active
• Comfortable working at heights and in active construction areas

Nice To Haves

• Construction or trades background
• Warehouse or industrial work background
• Military / hands-on backgrounds
• Anyone looking to get into tech without sitting at a desk

Responsibilities

• Installing cable trays, ladder rack, and basic support systems
• Building and organizing server racks
• Pulling cable and fiber through large data hall spaces
• Learning how to terminate and punch down cabling
• Routing and dressing cables using J-hooks, D-rings, fish tape
• Assisting with grounding, fire-stopping, and low-voltage work
• Reading basic drawings and following instructions
• Helping and learn from team leads

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