Cable Technician
hace 9 días
Phoenix
Job DescriptionCable Technician II (Level 2) – Fiber FocusJob Summary The Level 2 Cable Technician is an intermediate-level technician responsible for installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber-optic cabling systems in commercial, industrial, and data center environments. This role requires strong hands-on fiber experience, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to safety, quality, and industry standards. Key ResponsibilitiesCabling Installation (Copper & Fiber) • Install, route, secure, and label structured cabling systems, including:, • Copper: Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, • Fiber: Single-mode (OS2), Multi-mode (OM3/OM4), • Perform fiber terminations using fusion splicing, mechanical splicing, and pre-terminated solutions, • Install and manage fiber enclosures, splice trays, patch panels, cassettes, and LIUs, • Build and cable equipment racks, cabinets, ladder racks, and pathway systems, • Ensure proper cable management, bend radius, and grounding standardsFiber Testing & Troubleshooting, • Test and certify fiber links using:, • OTDR, • Light source & power meter, • Fiber inspection scopes, • Perform continuity, polarity, loss, and reflectance testing, • Troubleshoot issues such as high loss, breaks, dirty end faces, and connector defects, • Clean and inspect fiber connections to industry best practicesCopper Testing & Troubleshooting, • Test and certify copper cabling using Fluke or equivalent testers, • Identify and resolve termination, performance, and pathway issuesDocumentation & Quality Control, • Label cables, ports, and panels per project standards, • Maintain detailed test results, fiber strand documentation, and as-built drawings, • Ensure compliance with TIA/EIA, BICSI, and customer standardsTeam Collaboration, • Work independently or alongside technicians and project leads, • Mentor Level 1 technicians and provide on-site guidance, • Support network cutovers, data center migrations, and maintenance windowsRequired QualificationsExperience, • 2–5 years of structured cabling experience with strong fiber exposure, • Proven experience in fiber termination, splicing, and testing, • Ability to read blueprints, riser diagrams, and cabling schematics, • Experience in data center, enterprise, or telecom environments preferredTools & Equipment, • Hands-on experience with:, • Fusion splicers, cleavers, • OTDRs, power meters, • Cable certification tools (Fluke, etc.), • Comfortable using hand tools, lifts, ladders, and cable-pulling equipmentWork Environment, • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, • Comfortable working in ceilings, raised floors, and confined spaces, • Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and on-call work as needed)Top Skills, • Fiber optics (splicing, testing, troubleshooting), • Cat5e / Cat6 / Cat6A, • Rack & stack, • Punchdown, • Patch panels & switches, • Blueprint reading, • Troubleshooting & terminationsPreferred Certifications, • BICSI Installer 2 (Copper or Fiber), • FOA CFOT or ETA Fiber Optic Technician (FOT), • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, • Manufacturer-specific fiber certificationsSoft Skills, • Strong attention to detail and quality, • Clear communication and documentation skills, • Self-motivated and dependable, • Professional and customer-focused Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Phoenix,AZ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.