Cable Technician 1

Entry-Level Data Center Cabling Technician

Full-Time with Overtime Available | Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the Role

We are actively hiring Entry-Level Data Center Cabling Technicians to support large-scale data center buildouts. This is a hands-on role ideal for hard-working individuals looking to start or grow a career in structured cabling and network infrastructure. You'll work both inside and outside of data center environments, installing and supporting critical network and cabling systems that power today's technology.
This role offers steady hours, long-term opportunity, and exposure to enterprise-level infrastructure projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Install, route, and support structured cabling systems (Cat5, Cat6, and fiber)
• Perform Cat6 terminations, punchdowns, and basic fiber work
• Build and complete telecom and data closets, including:
  • Mounting and installing backboards
  • Installing racks, patch panels, cross connects, and fiber hardware
• Layout and install wireway, bus duct, cable tray, switches, receptacles, and related devices
• Complete rack and stack work for network equipment
• Terminate 110/66 blocks, patch panels, and other IDC connections
• Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cabling as required
• Pull cable and/or assist with or oversee conduit installation and wire pulling
• Read and work from blueprints, drawings, and project documentation
• Safely operate hand and power tools such as:
  • Cable cutters
  • Hammer drills
  • Compression tools
  • Jack hammers and similar equipment
• Maintain quality, safety, and cleanliness standards on job sites

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic experience or exposure to structured cabling (school, training, or field experience)
• Familiarity with:
  • Cat5 / Cat6 cabling
  • Punchdown terminations
  • Rack & stack
  • Cable installation
• Understanding of universal communications color codes
• Ability to interpret blueprints and project specifications
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments (lifting, standing, ladder work, indoor/outdoor conditions)
• Must be reliable, punctual, and willing to learn

Tools & Technical Requirements

• Must possess and be proficient with commonly used cabling and installation tools
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools requiring two-handed use

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Team-oriented but able to work independently
• Interest in building a long-term career in data centers, network infrastructure, or low-voltage systems

Why Apply?

• Entry-level opportunity with hands-on training
• Long-term career potential in a fast-growing industry
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
• Gain experience working in large-scale data center environments
• Build highly marketable technical skills

If you're looking to get your foot in the door in the data center and network infrastructure industry, this is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and work on meaningful projects from day one.
Apply now to be considered. Positions are filling quickly.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Social Circle, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Social Circle,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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.