Austin, Tx- Lvl 1 Tech

TEKsystems • Austin, TX

3d • $20 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Level 1 Telecommunications Technician to support a large-scale commercial construction project in Austin, Texas. The role involves installing structured cabling and network infrastructure, including CAT5/CAT6 and fiber optic cabling, and assisting with server room buildouts. Applicants may qualify with hands-on cabling experience or completion of a cabling or telecommunications trade school program. This is a contract position and is fully onsite. The hourly pay range is $20.00–$21.00, depending on qualifications and experience. Level 1 technicians may acquire required tools during their first few weeks. Candidates must have or obtain required PPE before starting. Benefits may be available subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of structured cabling experience or completion of a cabling/telecommunications trade school program.
• Experience pulling, terminating, and testing CAT5/CAT6 cable.
• Ability to work in a construction environment.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a driving background check.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, squat, crawl, and bend for extended periods.
• Comfort working on ladders and in active construction environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools safely.
• Must have or obtain a hard hat with chin strap, safety glasses, a high-visibility safety vest, and steel-toed boots before starting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience installing fiber optic cable.
• Familiarity with reading construction drawings and floor plans.
• Experience installing network racks and cabinets.
• Knowledge of low-voltage systems and telecommunications infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure CAT5/CAT6 and fiber optic cabling at commercial construction sites.
• Terminate cabling on patch panels, keystone jacks, and network devices.
• Test and troubleshoot cable installations using cable testing equipment.
• Install network infrastructure, including racks, cabinets, pathways, and cable management systems.
• Assist with server room buildouts and equipment installations.
• Review project documentation, including floor plans, cable schedules, elevations, and conduit layouts.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and follow site safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure installation quality and meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, subject to eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, subject to eligibility.
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for the employee and dependents, subject to eligibility.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), subject to eligibility.
• Transportation benefits, subject to eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility.
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed