Job Position: Structured Cabling & Communications Systems
Location: College Station, TX 77843
Pay Rate: $22 $28/hr
TradeSTAR is hiring experienced Telecom Technicians for commercial telecommunications and structured cabling projects throughout the College Station area. These positions support commercial construction, higher education facilities, healthcare environments, industrial sites, and enterprise network infrastructure deployments.
We are seeking technicians with experience in structured cabling, fiber optic installations, telecommunications room buildouts, and commercial network infrastructure projects.
Job Responsibilities
Install, route, and support voice, data, and telecommunications cabling systems
Pull Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, single-mode fiber, and multi-mode fiber through conduit, cable tray, ladder rack, and J-hook pathways
Terminate copper cabling on patch panels, keystone jacks, 110 blocks, and telecommunications hardware
Install, terminate, and test fiber optic backbone and horizontal distribution systems
Build and dress MDFs, IDFs, network racks, ladder rack systems, and cable management infrastructure
Perform cable certification and troubleshooting using Fluke test equipment
Conduct fiber testing utilizing OTDRs, power meters, and light source testing equipment
Install wireless access point cabling and support network infrastructure deployments
Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, riser diagrams, rack elevations, and telecommunications drawings
Label, document, and maintain cabling infrastructure in accordance with ANSI/TIA standards
Troubleshoot connectivity issues, cable faults, and infrastructure deficiencies
Maintain quality control standards and ensure all installations meet project specifications
Technical Requirements
Experience with commercial telecommunications or structured cabling installations
Knowledge of copper and fiber optic infrastructure systems
Experience terminating and testing voice and data cabling
Understanding of MDF/IDF environments and telecommunications room standards
Ability to read construction documents, network drawings, and cable schedules
Familiarity with ANSI/TIA standards and structured cabling best practices
Ability to work from ladders and lifts in active commercial environments
Reliable transportation and industry-standard hand tools required
Preferred Experience
Fluke DSX cable certification testing
OTDR testing and fiber troubleshooting
Fusion splicing
Higher education, healthcare, industrial, or enterprise network environments
BICSI training or certifications
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience
Weekly pay
Overtime opportunities
Long-term commercial project opportunities
Career advancement within the telecommunications and low-voltage industry
If you are an experienced Telecom Technician looking to work on advanced communications infrastructure projects in the College Station area, apply today.
TradeSTAR Austin Office
305 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Suite 310
Pflugerville, TX 78665
512-345-7827
Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
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