{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4f31b564616ae6a7c0fd255c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4f31b564616ae6a7c0fd255c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4f31b564616ae6a7c0fd255c","title":"Cable Installer Technician (Structured Cabling) (Night Shift)","description":"NCS is seeking an experienced Cable Installer Technician to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing, routing, pulling, dressing, and terminating structured cabling systems in commercial and industrial environments.\nBackbone cable pulling experience is required for this position. Candidates without demonstrated backbone cable installation experience will not be considered.\nThe Cable Installer Technician will be responsible for installing copper and fiber optic cabling while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to industry standards.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities\nInstall, route, and secure structured cabling systems.\nPull backbone copper and fiber optic cables between telecommunications rooms, IDFs, MDFs, and equipment rooms.\nInstall horizontal station cabling for voice, data, and wireless systems.\nRead and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and cable schedules.\nInstall cable pathways including:\nJ-hooks\nCable tray\nConduit\nInnerduct\nRaceway systems\nTerminate Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6A, and fiber optic cabling.\nLabel, dress, and organize cables according to project specifications.\nAssist with rack and cabinet installation.\nInstall patch panels, faceplates, outlets, and cable management systems.\nPerform cable testing using industry-standard certification equipment.\nIdentify and troubleshoot cabling issues.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area.\nFollow OSHA safety requirements and all company safety policies.\nAccurately complete daily work reports and documentation.\nWork effectively with project managers, foremen, and other technicians.\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum 2 years of structured cabling installation experience.\nDemonstrated backbone cable pulling experience (REQUIRED).\nExperience pulling large-count copper and fiber backbone cables.\nExperience working in commercial construction environments.\nAbility to read blueprints and cable layouts.\nKnowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI installation standards.\nExperience installing cable support systems.\nAbility to terminate and test copper cabling.\nStrong understanding of telecommunications infrastructure.\nReliable transportation to and from job sites.\nValid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred.\nAbility to pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing and background check.\nPreferred Qualifications\nFiber optic termination and testing experience.\nBICSI Installer certification.\nOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.\nLift certification.\nScissor lift and boom lift experience.\nExperience working in healthcare, education, airport, or mission-critical facilities.\nPhysical Requirements\nLift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.\nStand, kneel, crouch, and bend for extended periods.\nWork on ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts.\nPull heavy backbone cabling over long distances.\nWork above ceilings and in confined spaces.\nAbility to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.\nWork Environment\nCommercial construction sites\nOffice buildings\nHealthcare facilities\nIndustrial environments\nSchools and universities\nData centers\nAirports\nRequired Experience (Must Have)\nTo be considered for this role, candidates must have experience with:\nBackbone cable pulling (Copper and/or Fiber)\nStructured cabling installation\nCommercial construction projects\nCable routing and support systems\nReading construction drawings\nCopper termination and cable testing","company":"Network Cabling Services","rawCompany":"network cabling services","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T13:18:30.456Z","occupations":[{"code":"49-2022.00","title":"Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers","slug":"telecommunications-equipment-installers-and-repairers-except-line-installers"},{"code":"49-9052.00","title":"Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers","slug":"telecommunications-line-installers-and-repairers"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"238210","title":"Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors","slug":"electrical-contractors-and-other-wiring-installation-contractors"},{"code":"517111","title":"Wired Telecommunications Carriers","slug":"wired-telecommunications-carriers"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Cable Installer Technician (Structured Cabling) (Night Shift)","description":"NCS is seeking an experienced Cable Installer Technician to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing, routing, pulling, dressing, and terminating structured cabling systems in commercial and industrial environments.\nBackbone cable pulling experience is required for this position. Candidates without demonstrated backbone cable installation experience will not be considered.\nThe Cable Installer Technician will be responsible for installing copper and fiber optic cabling while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to industry standards.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities\nInstall, route, and secure structured cabling systems.\nPull backbone copper and fiber optic cables between telecommunications rooms, IDFs, MDFs, and equipment rooms.\nInstall horizontal station cabling for voice, data, and wireless systems.\nRead and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and cable schedules.\nInstall cable pathways including:\nJ-hooks\nCable tray\nConduit\nInnerduct\nRaceway systems\nTerminate Category 5e, Category 6, Category 6A, and fiber optic cabling.\nLabel, dress, and organize cables according to project specifications.\nAssist with rack and cabinet installation.\nInstall patch panels, faceplates, outlets, and cable management systems.\nPerform cable testing using industry-standard certification equipment.\nIdentify and troubleshoot cabling issues.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area.\nFollow OSHA safety requirements and all company safety policies.\nAccurately complete daily work reports and documentation.\nWork effectively with project managers, foremen, and other technicians.\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum 2 years of structured cabling installation experience.\nDemonstrated backbone cable pulling experience (REQUIRED).\nExperience pulling large-count copper and fiber backbone cables.\nExperience working in commercial construction environments.\nAbility to read blueprints and cable layouts.\nKnowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI installation standards.\nExperience installing cable support systems.\nAbility to terminate and test copper cabling.\nStrong understanding of telecommunications infrastructure.\nReliable transportation to and from job sites.\nValid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred.\nAbility to pass pre-employment screening, including drug testing and background check.\nPreferred Qualifications\nFiber optic termination and testing experience.\nBICSI Installer certification.\nOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.\nLift certification.\nScissor lift and boom lift experience.\nExperience working in healthcare, education, airport, or mission-critical facilities.\nPhysical Requirements\nLift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.\nStand, kneel, crouch, and bend for extended periods.\nWork on ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts.\nPull heavy backbone cabling over long distances.\nWork above ceilings and in confined spaces.\nAbility to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.\nWork Environment\nCommercial construction sites\nOffice buildings\nHealthcare facilities\nIndustrial environments\nSchools and universities\nData centers\nAirports\nRequired Experience (Must Have)\nTo be considered for this role, candidates must have experience with:\nBackbone cable pulling (Copper and/or Fiber)\nStructured cabling installation\nCommercial construction projects\nCable routing and support systems\nReading construction drawings\nCopper termination and cable testing","datePosted":"2026-08-05T13:18:30.456Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T13:18:30.456Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Network Cabling Services","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Houston","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4f31b564616ae6a7c0fd255c"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4f31b564616ae6a7c0fd255c"}}