Job Description

Level 2 Low Voltage / Fiber Optic Cable Technician

Location: Barker, NY (On-site)

Type: 4‑Month Contract (High potential for long-term / full‑time conversion)

Start Date: March 22, 2026

Pay Range: $23–$27/hr (W2)

Drug & Background Check Required

About the Role

We are seeking Level 2 Low Voltage / Fiber Optic Cable Technicians to support a major data center build. This position involves installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber cabling in a commercial/construction environment.

This is a great opportunity to grow into a long-term role with a well-established company in the communications and infrastructure industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-termination procedures including organizing, forming, dressing, labeling, and determining proper cable slack and lengths.
• Properly suspend and support cable using cable tray, J-hooks, D-rings, bridal rings, or trapeze.
• Build and equip telecom closets: install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber hardware, and grounding.
• Install and terminate work-area outlets (CAT3, CAT5), faceplates, and surface-mount boxes.
• Complete copper and fiber terminations, including 110/66 blocks and patch panels.
• Conduct cable testing (continuity, riser/horizontal testing, tone and probe, volt‑ohmmeter).
• Identify active voice and data circuits.
• Troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transposed pairs.
• Assist with crew supervision, training, and timeline coordination.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork (timesheets, work orders, material transfers, etc.).
• Follow all safety standards and jobsite regulations.

Top Required Skills

1. Experience pulling fiber‑optic cable
2. Experience performing Fluke testing
3. Experience terminating copper & fiber cabling

Plus: Experience with cable “dressing” and organization.

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication and reliability.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs, work on ladders, heights, and confined spaces.
• Ability to distinguish cable colors and read small print.
• Must be self‑motivated, professional, and able to represent the company to customers.
• Willingness to travel locally as needed.

Work Environment

• On-site at a large construction environment
• Supporting a data center build
• TEAMs interview with panel

Employee Value Proposition (EVP)

• Long-term opportunity
• High likelihood of conversion to full-time
• Work with a stable, industry-leading communications contractor

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

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 fully onsite position in Barker,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 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.

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.

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