Cable Technician

Job Description

Position Details

Job Title: IT Field Services Technician

Contract Length: 6 months – 1 year

Estimated Start Date: May 11, 2026 (Immediate need)

Work Schedule: 100% on-site, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Interview Format: Virtual or in-personRole Summary

The IT Field Services Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of structured cabling systems and supporting infrastructure in a field environment. This role supports network and telecommunications services through hands on technical work and coordination with cross functional teams. The technician will perform both routine and non routine tasks with minimal supervision and will be expected to apply technical judgment to identify issues, determine solutions, and complete work efficiently and accurately.Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair network and telecommunications cabling infrastructure

Terminate, test, and troubleshoot Cat6A cabling

Work with copper and fiber optic cabling, including testing and validation

Read, interpret, and execute work based on floor plans, diagrams, and technical documentation

Patch network equipment and support connectivity at the physical layer

Perform on site triage and troubleshooting to identify root causes of connectivity or infrastructure issues

Resolve issues independently using established procedures, tools, and standards

Coordinate with project teams and other technicians to support installations, upgrades, and expansions

Assist with task planning and execution for infrastructure related projects

Apply safety, quality, and technical standards consistently across all workEssential Skills & Technical Requirements

Strong working knowledge of BICSI standards

Proven experience as a Cable Technician or Field Technician

Hands on experience terminating and certifying Cat6A cabling

Solid understanding of both copper and fiber optic cabling

Ability to navigate and interpret floor plans and infrastructure layouts

Experience patching and supporting network equipment at the physical levelExperience & Competency Expectations

This role requires advanced technical and operational experience. The technician is expected to:

Work independently on routine tasks without requiring supervision

Recognize, troubleshoot, and resolve common infrastructure issues efficiently

Select appropriate solutions based on established practices, procedures, and standards

Address less frequent or more complex issues using sound technical judgment

Support and assist less experienced team members when appropriate

Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and leadership

Escalate issues of higher complexity or impact as needed

Handle sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and tactMinimum Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Certification or vocational training may be required

Associate degree in a related field preferred

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required

4–6 years of relevant experience preferredRequired Skills & Certifications

Cable Technician experience

BICSI Certification – REQUIRED

Cat6A cabling

Copper and fiber cabling

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 30, 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.