Entry-Level Data Center Cable TechnicianTemple, TX Area | Long-Term Project | Paid Travel Training | Career Growth Opportunity
Are you looking to start or grow your career in the booming data center and telecommunications industry? We are hiring Entry-Level Data Center Cable Technicians to support the construction and build-out of a large-scale data center project. This is a long-term opportunity with a minimum project duration of one year, offering hands-on experience, training, and the chance to work on cutting-edge infrastructure projects.
If you're reliable, hard-working, mechanically inclined, and enjoy working with your hands, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
✅ Long-term project with consistent work
✅ Entry-level opportunities available
✅ Gain experience in the rapidly growing data center industry
✅ Paid travel training opportunities
✅ Work alongside experienced technicians and industry professionals
✅ Potential for overtime as project needs evolve
✅ Opportunity to develop skills in structured cabling, fiber optics, and data center infrastructure
Job Summary
As an Entry-Level Data Center Cable Technician, you will support the installation of structured cabling systems and network infrastructure inside and outside of a large data center environment. You will work under the direction of experienced technicians while learning industry-standard installation practices.
This role is ideal for candidates with construction, electrical, telecommunications, low-voltage, maintenance, warehouse, military, or mechanically inclined backgrounds.
Schedule
Current Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- 6:45 AM to 3:45 PM
Please Note:
- Schedule may transition to 10-hour shifts based on project demands.
- Overtime opportunities may be available.
Paid Training Opportunity
Candidates selected from the Temple area (within approximately a 40-mile radius) must be willing to travel to an active project site in Ohio or Iowa for initial training.
Travel Details:
- Training assignment expected to last approximately 3-6 weeks
- $50/day per diem provided
- Valuable hands-on experience before returning to the local project
Responsibilities
As a Cable Technician I, you will:
- Pull and route CAT6 and other low-voltage cabling
- Assist experienced technicians with installation activities
- Transport, organize, and stage materials
- Install cable tray, wireway, and supporting infrastructure
- Mount and install:
- Equipment racks
- Patch panels
- Backboards
- Network hardware
- Assist with telecommunications closet build-outs
- Install grounding systems for equipment and racks
- Terminate cables and complete punch-down connections
- Install and support fiber optic infrastructure
- Assist with conduit installations and wire pulls
- Operate hand tools and power tools safely
- Follow safety procedures and job site requirements
- Climb ladders and work in varying construction environments
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
Required SkillsPreferred Experience In:
- CAT6 cable installation
- Structured cabling
- Punch-down terminations
- Low-voltage installation
- Construction or electrical work
We Also Welcome Candidates From:
- General construction
- Electrical helper roles
- Warehouse and installation work
- Mechanical trades
- Telecommunications
- Military backgrounds
- Any hands-on technical field
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
- Comfortable climbing ladders and working on active construction sites
- Ability to use hand and power tools safely
- Reliable transportation
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions
- Willingness to travel for training when required
Required Tools
Candidates must possess and be comfortable using the following tools:
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead)
- Drywall saw
- Torpedo level
- Tape measure
- Snips with belt sheath
- Needle nose pliers
- Channel lock pliers
- Hammer
- Cable stripper
- Flashlight
- Work gloves
Ideal Candidate
You may be a great fit if you:
- Enjoy hands-on work
- Want to learn a skilled trade
- Are dependable and punctu