Cable Technician

Data Center Cable Technician - Manassas, VA (Onsite)

Type: Contract-to-Hire
Location: Manassas, VA (Exact address pending confirmation)
Category: Technician - Cabling / Data Center
Openings: 10-15 technicians
Start Date: Offers made on 2/27 - onboarding ASAP to join NEO before 3/16
Duration: 4 months (strong chance to convert to full-time)

Pay Rate

• Level 1 Technicians: $19-$22/hr
• Level 2 Technicians: $23-$27/hr
• (OT paid at 1.5x)

About the Project

A large data center build in Manassas, VA requires an experienced team of cable technicians. The initial project is 8.5 weeks, with multiple additional projects lined up. Strong performers will have a high chance of converting to permanent employment.

Required Experience

Candidates must have at least 2 years of data center experience.
Anything less than 2 years is not eligible for consideration.

Technical Requirements

1. Fiber optic cable pulling
2. Fluke testing experience
3. Copper & fiber termination
4. Cable dressing (highly preferred)
5. Ability to clearly explain past data center work
6. Must pass background and drug test

Tools Needed

Technicians must arrive with their own tools:

• Electrician snips
• Basic hand tools (Phillips/flathead screwdrivers, wrench set, socket set)
• Hand drill (preferred; can be provided if needed)

Work Environment

• Onsite in a live data center
• Construction-style setting
• Full PPE required

Why This Opportunity

• Long-term work pipeline in Northern Virginia
• Strong conversion opportunity
• Growing team with increasing project volume
• Important role in supporting major data center builds

Benefits (If Eligible)

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options
• Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Short & long-term disability
• HSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chantilly, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/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 Chantilly,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.
>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.