What are the responsibilities and job description for the Installation Technician position at TEKsystems?
Description
Project Overview Our customer is relocating to a new office and needs a Cable Technician/ Security Technician to support a 2‑week project involving the removal, relocation, and reinstallation of physical security and access control devices. The technician will work with an established team to de‑install equipment at the existing site, pull and remove cabling, and reinstall all systems at the new location. Will need own hand tools. Will meet at the site and carpool to the sites. Responsibilities Remove existing security equipment, including: IP surveillance cameras Card readers Magnetic locks Pull, label, and remove existing access control cabling Install and wire security devices at the new office location Terminate and test CAT5/CAT6 cabling (must be proficient and supply own hand tools) Perform punchdowns and terminations Wire door hardware and access control components per project specs Maintain organized work areas and follow all safety procedures Collaborate effectively with onsite technicians and project leads Required Skills & Experience Experience installing and servicing IP cameras, mag locks, card readers, and door hardware Strong low‑voltage cable installation and termination skills Ability to terminate CAT5/CAT6 and complete clean punchdowns Must have personal hand tools (snips, punchdown tool, crimpers, testers, etc.) Ability to read wiring diagrams and device layouts Comfortable working in active construction/renovation environments
Skills
Access control, Cctv, Installation, Cat6, Cabling, install, cable, cat5
Top Skills Details
Access control,Cctv,Installation,Cat6,Cabling
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience installing and servicing IP cameras, mag locks, card readers, and door hardware Strong low‑voltage cable installation and termination skills Ability to terminate CAT5/CAT6 and complete clean punchdowns Must have personal hand tools (snips, punchdown tool, crimpers, testers, etc.) Ability to read wiring diagrams and device layouts
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Jose, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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:
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.
Project Overview Our customer is relocating to a new office and needs a Cable Technician/ Security Technician to support a 2‑week project involving the removal, relocation, and reinstallation of physical security and access control devices. The technician will work with an established team to de‑install equipment at the existing site, pull and remove cabling, and reinstall all systems at the new location. Will need own hand tools. Will meet at the site and carpool to the sites. Responsibilities Remove existing security equipment, including: IP surveillance cameras Card readers Magnetic locks Pull, label, and remove existing access control cabling Install and wire security devices at the new office location Terminate and test CAT5/CAT6 cabling (must be proficient and supply own hand tools) Perform punchdowns and terminations Wire door hardware and access control components per project specs Maintain organized work areas and follow all safety procedures Collaborate effectively with onsite technicians and project leads Required Skills & Experience Experience installing and servicing IP cameras, mag locks, card readers, and door hardware Strong low‑voltage cable installation and termination skills Ability to terminate CAT5/CAT6 and complete clean punchdowns Must have personal hand tools (snips, punchdown tool, crimpers, testers, etc.) Ability to read wiring diagrams and device layouts Comfortable working in active construction/renovation environments
Skills
Access control, Cctv, Installation, Cat6, Cabling, install, cable, cat5
Top Skills Details
Access control,Cctv,Installation,Cat6,Cabling
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience installing and servicing IP cameras, mag locks, card readers, and door hardware Strong low‑voltage cable installation and termination skills Ability to terminate CAT5/CAT6 and complete clean punchdowns Must have personal hand tools (snips, punchdown tool, crimpers, testers, etc.) Ability to read wiring diagrams and device layouts
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Jose, CA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 San Jose,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 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.
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 : $25 - $32