Voice Data Industrial Technician

About Electra Link

Founded in 1985, Electra Link, Inc. is a leader in low-voltage technology solutions with offices in Houston, College Station, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin. Our capabilities range from individual network cable installations to large-scale, turnkey multi-building, industrial, and offshore projects.

Electra Link provides structured cabling, fiber optic, audiovisual, and technology infrastructure solutions. Our experienced teams and Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDDs) have successfully designed and installed thousands of structured cabling systems across a wide range of environments.

Position Overview

Electra Link is seeking an experienced Voice Data Industrial Technician to support structured cabling installations in industrial environments.

This position will perform all phases of project installation, including identifying, pulling, labeling, terminating, testing, and documenting copper and fiber optic cabling systems. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of industry installation standards, understands manufacturer specifications, and is comfortable working in an active industrial environment.

What You'll Do

• Identify, pull, route, dress, and label Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A copper cabling.

• Install, route, terminate, and support fiber optic cabling.

• Install cable-support systems including J-hooks, support rings, cable slings, cable tray, and ladder rack.

• Perform structured cabling installations within industrial plant environments.

• Terminate telecommunications closet equipment and structured cabling systems.

• Perform multi-pair cable terminations using proper color-code standards.

• Perform basic and advanced cable testing and accurately document testing results.

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and cable pathways.

• Assist with project site surveys and identify appropriate cable routes.

• Maintain neat and professional cable dressing and telecommunications-room installations.

• Follow applicable EIA/TIA installation standards and manufacturer specifications.

• Follow all Electra Link and customer safety requirements.

• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, project teams, and other trades.

Qualifications

• Previous structured cabling or voice/data installation experience.

• Experience working in an industrial or plant environment.

• Knowledge of copper and fiber optic cabling systems.

• Familiarity with EIA/TIA standards and structured cabling installation practices.

• Experience terminating and testing structured cabling.

• Ability to read blueprints and identify cable pathways.

• Strong communication and customer-service skills.

• Valid driver's license.

• Current TWIC card required.

• Must be able to successfully complete Electra Link's pre-employment background screening.

• Must be able to successfully complete the required pre-employment hair-follicle drug screening.

Preferred Experience

• Fiber optic installation and termination experience.

• Rigid conduit experience.

• Advanced structured cabling testing and documentation experience.

• Previous experience working on large industrial projects.

Benefits

Electra Link offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Join Electra Link

If you have structured cabling experience, take pride in quality workmanship, and are comfortable working in an industrial environment, we encourage you to apply and learn more about opportunities with Electra Link.

Electra Link, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.