Cable Technician

Description

Handling CAT5 and CAT6 low voltage cable, installing cable on mounted trusses/j-hooks/strut material to connect to servers within a data center. Working inside the plant, may need to work on elevated work surfaces – ladders, scissor lifts, overhead fall protection. Working on your feet for up to 10-12 hours within a working day based on project demands – roughly 50-60 hours per week.

Very seldom expected to work weekend – on a case by case basis.

• Install a work area outlet for floor (monument), modular furniture (surface mount box) and wall (box eliminator).
• Drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other method.
• Route cable through modular furniture.
• Perform pre‑termination procedures: organize, form, dress cables and determine length, slack and label cables.
• Suspension and support of cable correctly using cable tray, J-hook, D-rings, Bridal rings, Trapeze.
• Build closets: mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware.
• Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required.
• Perform fire‑stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, and pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.
• Terminate low‑voltage devices.
• Fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• Adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

• Work in an outdoor or indoor construction work environment.
• Self‑motivated, positive, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Proven problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills and ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to see and distinguish colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips)
• Drywall saw
• Torpedo level
• Tape measure
• Snips (with belt sheath)
• Pliers (needle nose and channel locks)
• Hammer
• Wrench set
• Cable stripper
• Flashlight and gloves

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of zero (0) to one (1) year experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic construction industry knowledge preferred.
• Must possess and learn to effectively use the listed tools.
• Ability to meet company minimum driving standards preferred.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 – $33.00/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 to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ. This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix, AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

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.