Fiber Cable Technician

Project overview

A structured cabling technician installs, tests, and maintains low-voltage copper and fiber-optic data systems. They build the physical network foundation for voice, video, and internet communications in commercial buildings and data centers.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements & Qualifications

Job Facts: Contract W2 | 6 Months | No Travel Required | On-site | Depends on Experience

Skills: CAT5, CAT6, Cabling, Data Centers, Optical Fiber

Reference: Dice Id: 10179237 | Position Id: 9139867

• Cable Installation: Pull, route, and bundle Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber-optic cables through ceilings, walls, and conduits.
• Hardware Setup: Mount equipment racks, cabinets, patch panels, and cable trays.
• Termination & Testing: Terminate copper jacks and fiber connectors, then test lines for signal performance using certifiers.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair network connectivity failures or damaged line pathways.
• Documentation: Read blueprints and log circuit IDs, test results, and as-built drawings.
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 1 to 3+ years of low-voltage or telecommunication installation experience.
• Certifications: Preferred or required BICSI (Installer/Technician) or manufacturer-specific credentials.
• Physical Skills: Ability to lift up to 50–60 pounds, climb ladders, and work in tight crawl spaces.
• Driver Status: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for travel to job sites.

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Duration: 6 Months
• Remote: onsite
• Location: New Albany, OH, US, US
• Languages: English