Structured Cabling Technician (Copper & Fiber)
Location: Various Commercial Project Sites
Employment Type: W-2 Project-Based Contract
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday–Friday (Overtime may be available based on project requirements)
Compensation: Competitive Hourly Pay | Weekly Pay
Start Date: Immediate Openings Available
Position Overview
Tek One Solutions is seeking experienced Structured Cabling Technicians to support commercial construction, enterprise, healthcare, education, industrial, and data center projects. This position involves installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber optic cabling systems while maintaining high-quality workmanship and adhering to industry standards.
Successful candidates will have experience with commercial low-voltage installations and be comfortable working independently or as part of a team in active construction environments.
Primary Responsibilities
- Pull, route, and secure Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic cabling
- Terminate copper cabling using RJ45 connectors, patch panels, and keystone jacks
- Terminate and test single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling
- Install and dress cable within racks, cabinets, ladder rack, basket tray, conduit, and J-hooks
- Build and organize MDFs and IDFs
- Install, label, and test patch panels, fiber enclosures, and network hardware
- Mount and connect wireless access points (WAPs), IP cameras, network devices, and other low-voltage equipment
- Perform cable certification and testing using Fluke testers, OTDRs, or other approved testing equipment
- Read blueprints, floor plans, riser diagrams, and cable schedules
- Maintain accurate labeling, documentation, and test results
- Troubleshoot copper and fiber connectivity issues
- Follow OSHA safety requirements and maintain a clean work environment
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience with commercial structured cabling installations
- Experience pulling and terminating Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and/or fiber optic cabling
- Ability to terminate RJ45 connectors and punch down patch panels
- Basic understanding of network infrastructure and cable management
- Ability to read construction drawings and cable schedules
- Reliable transportation
- Strong work ethic, attendance, and attention to detail
Preferred Experience
- Commercial Construction
- Data Centers
- Healthcare Facilities
- Office Build-Outs
- Distribution Centers
- Schools & Universities
- Copper Structured Cabling
- Fiber Optic Installation
- Fiber Termination
- Fiber Testing
- Rack & Stack
- MDF/IDF Build-Outs
- Wireless Access Points (WAPs)
- IP Cameras
- Patch Panels
- Cable Certification
- Cable Labeling
- Cable Management
- Backbone Cabling
- Horizontal Cabling
Tools & Equipment
Technicians should have experience using:
- Punch Down Tool
- RJ45 Crimpers
- Cable Strippers
- Snips
- Drill/Impact Driver
- Fish Tape
- Toner & Probe
- Fluke Tester (preferred)
- Fiber Test Equipment (preferred)
- Standard Low Voltage Hand Tools
Preferred Certifications
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
- BICSI Installer or Technician
- Manufacturer Structured Cabling Certifications
- Lift Certifications (project dependent)
What We Offer
- Weekly pay
- Competitive hourly wages
- W-2 employment
- Day shift opportunities
- Overtime opportunities on select projects
- Long-term and short-term commercial projects
- Opportunities to work with leading contractors, integrators, and data center providers
- Ongoing project opportunities based on performance
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
If you have experience with commercial copper and fiber structured cabling installations and are looking for your next project, we'd like to hear from you. Join Tek One Solutions and support high-profile commercial and data center infrastructure projects across the country.
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Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
