Cable Tech

Description

We are recruiting for Low Voltage Technicians for Barker NY. Client will pay for Technicians to travel.

The Low Voltage Technician is responsible for installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of copper and fiber optic cabling systems in commercial environments. This role supports structured cabling projects and ensures work is completed to company, customer, and industry standards.

• Perform pre‑termination procedures incl. organizing, forming, dressing, labeling, determining proper cable length and slack
• Pull, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cabling
• Properly suspend and support cabling using cable tray, J‑hooks, D‑rings, bridal rings, and trapeze systems
• Install work area outlets (wall or floor), including CAT3 and CAT5 terminations, faceplates, and surface‑mount boxes
• Build and outfit telecom closets by installing backboards, racks, patch panels, cross‑connects, fiber hardware, and grounding
• Complete all IDC connections, including 110 and 66 blocks and patch panels
• Test cabling using Fluke testers, volt‑ohm meters, tone sets, and continuity testing equipment
• Troubleshoot opens, shorts, crosses, and transposed pairs on horizontal and riser cabling
• Identify active voice and data circuits
• Accurately complete all required paperwork including timesheets, work orders, material transfers, change orders, and tool transfers

• Experience pulling fiber optic cable
• Experience terminating copper and fiber
• Experience testing cabling with Fluke testers
• Experience dressing and managing cable (preferred)
• Strong communication skills and dependability
• Ability to pass a drug screening and background check

• Low voltage cabling
• Fiber optics
• Copper termination
• Telecommunications
• Splicing
• Fluke testing
• Cable dressing

• Self‑motivated, professional, and safety‑focused
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Ability to interface with customers as a company representative
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively

• Ability to work at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs
• Ability to distinguish colors, read small print, and hear audible signals

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo, NY.

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2026.

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.