Cable Technician

Implement structured pathways per approved designs, accounting for the physical constraints of copper media (bend radius, pull tension, separation from EMI sources). Assist with the installation, adjustment, and change of copper layer-one network connections for technical systems under the supervision of a senior technician.

Company Description

Contract Period: 1 yr

Full-time, On-site

Pay rate: ~$26.50~/hr,  DOE

Job Description

• Assist with the installation, adjustment, and change of copper layer-one network connections for technical systems under the supervision of a senior technician.
• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot Category 5e/6/6a copper cabling for data infrastructure in a large enterprise environment.
• Properly comb, dress, and label copper cables in accordance with site and industry standards (TIA/EIA, ANSI/BICSI).
• Implement structured pathways per approved designs, accounting for the physical constraints of copper media (bend radius, pull tension, separation from EMI sources).
• Interpret and follow floor plan designs; escalate any deviations from plan to a senior technician in a professional and timely manner.
• Operate industry-standard copper test equipment (cable certifiers, tone generators, continuity testers) at a basic level and record results accurately.
• Work from a request / ticket system, taking assigned tasks from queue to completion.
• Document installation work clearly and contribute to the upkeep of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support the network team on a regular basis (rack / de-rack network devices, assist during hardware replacements, participate in hotfix activity and change points).
• Support 24x7 data center and fab operation per on-call scheduling.
• Follow all on-site security protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, and company policies.
• Work effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to speak, read, and write clearly in English.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must live within a one-hour drive of site (North Austin to Taylor area).
• Basic competence with standard hand tools.
• Basic familiarity with cable and construction industry standards.
• Basic familiarity with copper testing procedures and metrics (wire map, length, NEXT, return loss — at an introductory level).
• Demonstrated interest in and willingness to learn layer-one cabling infrastructure.
• Solid, verifiable work history.
• Moderate computer literacy: Microsoft Office, standard file systems, basic typing, and proper email etiquette.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical certificate in a related trade.
• 1+ year of experience in a construction environment.
• 1+ year of work experience in structured cabling.
• Exposure to copper cable certifiers (Fluke Versiv or equivalent).
• Basic understanding of layer-one networking infrastructure.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Physical & Schedule Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in elevated areas on ladders upward of 40 feet.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and tight areas for extended periods.
• Must be able to wear a cleanroom smock and required PPE for extended periods.
• Must be able to work a standard Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed (past 5:00 PM, weekends, on-call).

Additional Information

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