Travel Cable Tech

Job Description

We are looking for several Installation & Cable Technicians for projects in Ames, Des Moines, IA, and surrounding states. Some travel is required, and per diem is provided for travel days. Candidates should have at least 6 months of low‑voltage experience, though individuals with technical schooling and hands‑on training will also be considered. Technicians will be responsible for installing data racks/cabinets, Cat6 and COAX cabling, faceplates, and completing testing and labeling.

Additional duties include setting up Direc

TV cable boxes, modems, and satellite dishes for individual rooms, as well as assisting with server closet buildouts for network infrastructure. Work environments include both indoor and outdoor settings across school and apartment buildings. Occasionally, tasks may involve digging trenches and performing directional drilling. Technicians will receive daily direction from project leads.

• Installation
• Cat6 & Cat5
• Punchdown
• Cable installation

• Installation
• Cat6
• Cat5
• Punchdown
• Cable installation

• Reliability
• Strong work ethic
• Attention to detail
• Motivation to grow and advance

Entry Level.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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.

• 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Ames, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2026.

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.

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

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.