Cable Installer Helper Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

This organization specializes in four major telecommunications categories:

• LMR (Land Mobile Radio)
• IBS/IDAS (In-Building Systems, Distributed Antenna Systems)
• ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
• Physical Security

The team supports a wide range of in-building wireless projects across Federal, State, and Local government, as well as education, transportation, stadiums/venues, and healthcare. Projects include construction, installation, and maintenance of in-building wireless access points and DAS infrastructure.

This position supports projects throughout Tennessee, including DAS and low-voltage installations, public safety systems, fiber and coax work, ODAS/IDAS deployments, new construction, and existing campus upgrades. Work is performed across the state with occasional travel to Virginia.

• Up to 50% travel (worst-case scenario)
• Overnight stays for up to 4 nights at a time
• Company vehicle provided for travel
• Hotels covered
• Per diem for overnight travel

• Install and test coax, fiber, and low-voltage cabling
• Rack and stack equipment; dress and label cables
• Perform coax and fiber testing (OTDR, Fluke, and other industry-standard testing equipment)
• Read blueprints and schematics
• Delegate tasks and lead small jobs
• Document work through photos and reporting to management
• Work with various OEM and telecommunications equipment manufacturers
• Install and work with ½" coax and fiber-based DAS systems

1. 3+ years of cable installation experience (Coax, Fiber, Low Voltage). DAS or single-mode fiber splicing experience is a major plus.
2. Experience overseeing ISP/network cable construction, including rack/stack, terminations, and testing.
3. Strong troubleshooting skills with coax and fiber test equipment.
4. Ability to lead a helper, interpret blueprints, delegate tasks, and run small jobs.

• Hardworking, reliable, and customer-facing
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and think critically
• Willingness to learn and take initiative

• Monday–Friday schedule; current hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Must be comfortable working on ladders and in commercial, hospital, government, and public-safety environments
• Must be open to statewide travel and overnight stays

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.

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.

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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.