CABLE TECHNICAN-Travel

Des Moines, IA & Ames, IA

TECHNICAL SKILL

• Low Voltage Installation

• Electric

• CAT 5/6

• Fiber

• Punchdown

• Wireless Access Point

• CCTV, DISH, Satellite

• Cable Dressing

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are hiring Travel Cable Technicians in Ames & Des Moines, IA. Cable Technicians will travel 2-3 times each month to states including: Indianapolis, South Carolina, Colorado, Oklahoma and more. The position will allow candidates with little to no experience develop a career in Data Center, Telecommunications, Networking and/or Information Technology. There is opportunity to move into higher-level, more technical roles as technicians gain more experience.

DUTIES

• Support school districts, apartment complexes, and business units.

• Maintain physical infrastructure and structured cabling.

• Receive direction from team lead and work accordingly.

• Dig trenches and perform directional drilling.

• Install data racks and cabinets for schools and apartment buildings.

• Handle CAT, COAX and Fiber both indoor and outdoor.

• Maintain safety and wear attire according to standards.

• Some travel required (Per Diem is included for travel).

• Organize, protect, verify, and document network cabling through faceplate, testing, and labeling.

• Ensure networks are functional, reliable, and easy to maintain.

• Help set up DIRECTV cable boxes, modems, and satellite dishes.

• Build out server closets for network setups.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work is going to be both inside and outside.

• Schools and apartment buildings.

• Physical, labor intensive.

• Travel and overnights.

• Food and Lodging are paid for by the company, no out of pocket expense.

• $25-$50/day per diem.

 INTERVIEWS & START DATE

• Interviews: May 19-26

• Interviews, onsite/in-person in Ames, IA Tuesdays & Thursday mornings

• Start Date: June 8, 2026

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.