Data Center Cable Technician

Data Center Technician

Location: Aiken, South Carolina

We are looking for a Data Center Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of data center equipment and cabling. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on technical experience or training who is eager to learn and grow in a data center environment. The technician will work alongside experienced team members to complete daily tasks while following safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Install work area outlets for floor, modular furniture, and wall applications
  • Terminate CAT 3 and CAT 5 jacks
  • Mount faceplates and surface-mount boxes properly
  • Adhere to established commercial labeling standards
• Build and prepare telecommunications closets, including:
  • Mounting and installing backboards
  • Installing cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic components, and hardware
  • Installing grounding for racks, equipment, and cabling as required
  • Completing all IDC connections, including termination of 110 and 66 blocks and patch panels
• Perform comprehensive cable testing and troubleshooting:
  • Continuity testing of horizontal and riser cabling
  • Use of volt-ohmmeter and tone sets
  • Diagnose and correct opens, crosses, shorts, and transposed pairs
  • Identify active voice and data circuits
• Complete all required project documentation accurately and on time, including:
  • Timesheets
  • Material and tool transfers
  • Work orders and change orders
• Follow and actively participate in all company, customer, and industry safety and quality standards
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Tools & Equipment

Technicians must have and be proficient with the following tools:

General Tools

• Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers
• Drywall saw
• Torpedo level
• Tape measure
• Snips (with belt sheath)
• Needle-nose pliers and channel locks
• Hammer
• Cable stripper
• Flashlight
• Gloves

Telecommunications Tools

• Punch tool with 110 and 66 block blades
• Tone set
• 6/8 position combo crimp tool
• Krone / 3M / BIX termination tools

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Trenton, SC.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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 Trenton,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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.