Cable Technician

Description:
This provides end-to-end communication, networking, and electrical solutions for commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients. The company specializes in designing and installing scalable infrastructure-including fiber optics, structured cabling, wireless networks, VoIP systems, security and access control systems, and audio-visual solutions-supported by certified technicians with decades of experience. They also deliver consulting, troubleshooting, and emergency restoration services to ensure reliable, high-performance operations and minimize downtime for growing businesses.
The Cable Tech will work on a team of 4 techs for commercial customers. They will be responsible for layered cabling, field splicing operations for outside-plant (OSP) fiber optic networks, ensuring high-quality installation, testing, documentation, and restoration of fiber infrastructure. This role requires advanced technical splicing expertise, and experience performing aerial, underground, and in-building fiber work.
The Cable Tech must ensure that all work adheres to industry standards, safety protocols, and project specifications while maintaining efficient workflows and supporting project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Fiber Splicing & Technical Execution
Perform single-mode and ribbon fusion splicing, including butt and lateral splicing, mid-span cuts, ring cuts, and live-fiber work.
Troubleshoot fiber optic networks using OTDR, power meters, light sources, and visual fault locators.
Install and maintain splice enclosures, cabinets, bulkheads, and distribution panels in both OSP and ISP environments.
Read and interpret splice matrices, fiber schematics, construction prints, and cable schedules.
Installation, Testing & Field Operations
Execute installation and routing of innerduct, conduit systems (Maxcell, Microduct, etc.), and fiber cable placement in aerial, underground, and data-center environments.
Maintain organized work vehicles, jobsite cleanliness, inventory of tools, consumables, and test equipment.
Conduct fiber acceptance testing, loss-budget verification, and documentation of test results.
Support outage restorations, emergency repairs, and on-call rotations as required.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate cabling, splicing records, redlines, as-builts, and jobsite documentation.
Provide daily updates, progress reports, and issue escalation to project stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
3-5+ years of professional fiber splicing experience; high-count fiber and ribbon splicing strongly preferred.
Strong technical knowledge of OSP fiber networks, construction practices, and safety protocols.
Proficiency with fusion splicers, ribbon splitters, OTDRs, power meters, and related tools.
Ability to read and interpret network diagrams, blueprints, and engineering documentation.
Valid driver's license; ability to work outdoors, at heights, in confined spaces, and in all weather conditions.
Work Environment
Field-based role requiring travel, outdoor work, and variable weather exposure.
Work will occur for commercial and oil industries
Skills
Cat6, Cabling, Cable puller, Telecommunication, Cable tech, conduit, RF, Troubleshooting
Top Skills Details
Cat6,Cabling,Cable puller,Telecommunication,Cable tech,conduit,RF
Additional Skills & Qualifications
BICSI Certified is a nice to have.
Experience Level
Intermediate Leve
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Bakersfield,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.