• Traveling Cable Technician

    TEKsystems (Chicago, IL)


    Seeking candidates available for 100% travel work, including weekends

     

    High amount of overtime. Most techs work 60-70 hours a week

     

    Company vehicle and gas card provided

     

    Per diem provided for food and lodging

     

    Top Skills - Must Haves

     

    + wireless access points

    + network device

    + Cat6

    + switches

    + Install

    + troubleshooting

    + scissor lifts

    Top Skills' Details

    1. Experience with wireless access points

    2. Cat6e Cabling experience

    - Proven experience on installing, troubleshooting, terminating and punching down Cat6 cable

    3. Network Device Installation

     

    - Installing network cabinets/racks

     

    Secondary Skills - Nice to Haves

     

    + Punchdown

    + Wireless access point

    + Low voltage

    + Cable installation

    + Cable puller

    + Structured cabling

    Description

    Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled Network Installation Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining network devices and infrastructure, including Cat6e cabling, network cabinets, and various network devices. Familiarity with wireless access points (WAP) is essential.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Install Cat6e cabling for all wireless access points and network devices.

     

    Replace and install various network devices.

     

    Install network cabinets and racks, including wall-mounted installations when necessary.

     

    Ensure proper setup and configuration of wireless access points.

     

    Maintain and troubleshoot network equipment to ensure optimal performance.

     

    Ability to utilize scissor lifts for installation and troubleshooting of cabling and wireless access points.

     

    Skills

     

    network device, Cat6, switches, IP camera, Install, troubleshooting, Punchdown, Wireless access point, Low voltage, Cable installation, Cable puller, Structured cabling

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    Requirements:

    Proven experience in network installation and maintenance.

     

    Familiarity with Cat6e cabling and network device installation.

     

    Ability to install and configure wireless access points, network cabinets, and racks.

     

    Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

     

    Excellent organizational and communication skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Certification in network installation or related field.

     

    Experience with a variety of network devices and infrastructure.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Chicago,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2025.

    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.