TRADE SCHOOL Entry Lvl/lvl 1 Cable Tech

Entry Level Technician I - Job Description

Top Skills (Required)

• Entry-level experience or completion of a low-voltage trade school program
• Reliable transportation to the Temple site
• Comfortable working at heights
• OSHA-10 certified or able to obtain certification

Secondary Skills (Nice to Have)

• Prior experience in cabling, telecom, or low-voltage environments
• Familiarity with data center environments

Primary Responsibilities

Core Duties

• Pull and route cable according to project specifications
• Assist Cable Technician II and follow direction from senior team members
• Run and handle materials throughout the job site
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Climb ladders and work in elevated areas

Installation Tasks

• Layout and install wireway, bus duct, cable tray, switches, receptacles, and related devices
• Build and outfit telecom closets, including:
  • Mounting backboards
  • Installing cross-connects, racks, patch panels, and fiber hardware
  • Installing grounding for racks, equipment, and cabling
• Complete IDC terminations (110/66 blocks, patch panels)
• Pull wire and/or oversee conduit installation and wire pulling
• Operate two-handed tools such as cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jackhammers

Tools Required

Candidates must possess and be proficient with:

• Screwdrivers (flat and Phillips)
• Drywall saw
• Torpedo level
• Tape measure
• Snips with belt sheath
• Needle-nose and channel-lock pliers
• Hammer
• Cable stripper
• Flashlight
• Work gloves

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work long shifts and maintain productivity
• Strong growth potential: IES promotes from within and supports career development
• Long-term project: Major FluidStack Data Center buildout in Barker, NY (minimum 2-year duration)
• Cross-department opportunities: Telecom, security, and communications teams offer multiple career paths

Work Environment

• On-site at the FluidStack Data Center in Barker, NY
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 5:45 PM, with ramp-up to 5 days/week, 10-hour shifts
• PPE required: steel-toe boots, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses (PPE provided by IES except boots)

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Barker, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Barker,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.
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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.