Cable Technician

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-person

Role 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 work

Essential 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 level

Experience & 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 tact

Minimum 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 preferred

Required 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.
>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.