What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cable Technician position at TEKsystems?
*Description*
This is a project in the North Columbus, OH area (New Albany area.).
The Ideal Technician we are looking for will have the below qualities:
Soft skills: communication in English
Technical skills: at least 6 months of experience in the data center technician role & ideally some experience in leadership.
* Rack/Stack
* Terminations of Cat5/6 cable
* Decommissioning of cables and active gear
* Structured cabling background (ISP)
Shift information: First Shift
*Skills*
Data center, Cable, Rack and stack, Hardware troubleshooting, Troubleshooting, Break-Fix, Decommissioning, Cabling, Hardware, Racking, Stacking
*Top Skills Details*
Data center,Cable,Rack and stack,Hardware troubleshooting,Troubleshooting,Break-Fix,Decommissioning
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Pull, dress, and label cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) according to TIA/EIA standards
Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance
Assist in labeling and cable identification
Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks
Support cable testing using basic tools (Fluke, EXFO) under supervision
Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling
Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment
Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors
Will need to have an OSHA 10 before they can start.
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* 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)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
This is a project in the North Columbus, OH area (New Albany area.).
The Ideal Technician we are looking for will have the below qualities:
Soft skills: communication in English
Technical skills: at least 6 months of experience in the data center technician role & ideally some experience in leadership.
* Rack/Stack
* Terminations of Cat5/6 cable
* Decommissioning of cables and active gear
* Structured cabling background (ISP)
Shift information: First Shift
*Skills*
Data center, Cable, Rack and stack, Hardware troubleshooting, Troubleshooting, Break-Fix, Decommissioning, Cabling, Hardware, Racking, Stacking
*Top Skills Details*
Data center,Cable,Rack and stack,Hardware troubleshooting,Troubleshooting,Break-Fix,Decommissioning
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Pull, dress, and label cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) according to TIA/EIA standards
Begin RJ45 connector and patch panel terminations with guidance
Assist in labeling and cable identification
Learn and perform basic punch-downs for telecom blocks
Support cable testing using basic tools (Fluke, EXFO) under supervision
Gain exposure to fiber cable dressing and basic handling
Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment
Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors
Will need to have an OSHA 10 before they can start.
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* 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)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.
h4>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $20 - $23