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Travel Cable Technician

TEKsystems
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 12/23/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Cable Technician position at TEKsystems?

*Description*

Summary:
We are accepting applications for Travel Technicians to work at various locations across the United States. This job is 100% travel and will consist of installing low voltage wiring and equipment such as IP cameras, Wireless Access Points, Routers, Switches, etc. Qualified candidates should expect to be on the road anywhere from 2 - 8 months at a time.
We are seeking a self-starter who can work well with a partner 6 days a week. The Travel Technician will be teamed up with a partner who will travel and work with them for the duration of the project.

Responsibilities:
*Pull and terminate low voltage cable.
*Installing network equipment within commercial settings.
*Follow instructions and code when pulling cable.
*Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
*Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
*Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and inner duct.
*Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
*Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
*Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
*Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the client, their customers, or OSHA.
*Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.

*Skills*

low voltage, installation, wap, install, cctv, cable, cat5, cat6, Cabling, Cable installation, Cable puller, wireless access point, access control, punchdown, telecommunication, troubleshooting

*Top Skills Details*

low voltage,installation,wap,install,cctv,cable,cat5,cat6

*Additional Skills & Qualifications*

Requirements:
*Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
*Available for extensive travel nationwide.
*Ability to prioritize tasks.
*Able to lift and carry 50 pounds or more multiple times per shift.
*Ability to work in cramped spaces.
*Hours of project 7 pm - 7 am 5 days a week.
*Ability and willingness to travel to Lowell, AR for new hire orientation.
*100% travel of the USA
*Ability to operate a scissor lift; and ability to work at heights.
*Able to fill out the work order and take care of the tools provided by the office to do the job.
*Abide by PPE requirements. Company provides hard hat, vest, and safety glasses. Must provide your own steel-toed boots.
*Tools required by the technicians: hand tools, screwdrivers (both standard and Phillips), snips, punch down (impact), toner and probe, pliers, adjustable wrenches, joint pliers, and lineman pliers.
*Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Benefits:
*Per-Diem paid $125 a day for food and lodging.
*Company vehicle provided (traveling with a partner)

*Experience Level*

Intermediate Level

*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Chicago,IL.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025.
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.

 

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