New

Cable Technician

TEKsystems
$30.00 - $35.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Feb 24, 2026
Top Skills - Must Haves * data center * cable * install * fiber * copper * excel data entry * management skills Top Skills' Details * Strong communication and ownership * Proactively communicates issues, callouts, and coverage * Takes responsibility without needing close oversight * Understands when and how to escalate to leadership and the customer * Seasoned data center technician experience with ticketing * Solid, handson data center background * Comfortable working in ticketing systems and documenting work * Technically competent, though not expected to be elite or architectlevel * Reliability and prior night shift experience * Proven experience working nights * Dependable and consistent with attendance with work schedule being (Sunday to Friday, 9pm-5:30am) * Operates independently without micromanagement Secondary Skills - Nice to Haves * Cable * Cat5 * Cabling * Telecommunication * Cable tech Description A.Work Functions 1)Supplier services shall include, but not be limited to, a)Equipment installation, grounding (Verizon supplied), labeling, and removal/migration work. b)Cable installation, mining, identifying, labeling, and testing. c)Test/ turn up procedures including BERT, RFC, and enhanced RFC testing of Fiber Optics or Copper OSP circuits from Service Providers. d)Assist with Data Service Operations Maintenance tickets as directed by DCIM or other Verizon authorized representative. e)Any such other related Services as which may be ordered by Verizon including RMA staging. f)Supplier shall have onsite technicians skilled and knowledgeable in DC powered equipment. g)Supplier shall have onsite technicians skilled and knowledgeable in test, trace, and extend circuits. 2)All work performed by Supplier shall be performed under a NSS/NSR ticket provided by DCIM or other Verizon authorized representative. 3)All work performed by Supplier shall be documented within the Verizon tools when appropriate, such as: a)Remedy (NSS/NSR) b)Network Change Control (Kirke Request) c)MOP d)Tool for cable and equipment power and space management systems (IFP and/or Nlyte or similar asset repository). 4)All NSS/NSR tickets shall be completed within ten (10) days unless otherwise agreed to and communicated by Verizon. 5)Supplier shall perform cable, equipment, and cabinet installation Services in accordance with Verizon NNO Standards, which shall be made available upon request. 6)Supplier shall use ESD protection at all times when working on card or equipment replacement. 7)Installation Services shall include testing as described in Section B, Installation Expectations below. 8)Supplier is required to provide all test equipment necessary to complete the installation Services. 9)Prior to the start of any work in an NEC, a Kirke Request and a MOP must be issued and approved in accordance with the "Network Change Control Management Directive" number ME-ALL-DI-15-0000. Supplier vendor must have the Kirke Request number with them during any work. 10)As required in ME-ALL-DI-15-0000, all work activities performed in the NEC shall be performed during maintenance window hours (11:00 PM to 6:00 AM local time) unless specified otherwise by Verizon representatives. a)Supplier shall only open cabinets or work on live equipment during maintenance window hours. b)Prep work (non-network impacting) is allowed at any time. c)Rough-in is allowed at 11:00 PM d)Clean up can be completed between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM e)Supplier shall lock DCS bays after work is completed. B.Installation Expectations 1)Supplier shall provide labeling material to label all cables and equipment as per Verizon Wireless NNO Standards. a)Labeling shall not lag installation by more than 3 days, and requires temporary tagging to ensure the correct labeling is applied. b)Labeling shall include Supplier initials. c)All cable labels must include source/destination location and patch panel location. d)NSRs cannot be closed until Supplier has completed the labeling. e)Label needs to have complete CLLI code. 2)Supplier to follow fiber and copper cabling quality standards outlined in Section D, Testing Requirements below. 3)Supplier will only work off the Cabling Cut Sheet from DCIM, or other Verizon authorized representative. 4)Supplier shall not energize or de-energize live equipment without email confirmation. 5)Supplier shall install and connect cabling from each interface(s) identified in the cabling cut sheet unless given different direction from DCIM, or other Verizon authorized representative. 6)If Supplier finds missing, incorrect, or issues with the data in the Cabling Cut Sheet, Supplier shall notify the DCIM team within 24 hours of receipt of receiving the Cabling Cut Sheet. 7)If a job requires custom cabling or the stock of cable can't support a Cabling Cut Sheet, then Supplier shall notify DCIM within 24 hours of receipt of receiving the Cabling Cut Sheet. Supplier shall create a BOM request for the cabling within twelve (12) hours of notifying DCIM. Skills data center, cable, install, fiber, copper, excel data entry, management skills, Cable, Cat5, Cabling, Telecommunication, Cable tech Top Skills Details data center, cable, install, fiber, copper,excel data entry,management skills Additional Skills & Qualifications Candidate should have experience in a Data Center environment, prefer to hire a lead, but would take a more junior person, be able to speak with higher level manager at VzW and Ace, able to work with vendors and be calm under pressure. Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026. h4>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.