Entry Level Cable Installer Jobs in Portland, OR

Description

This role focuses on installing, decommissioning, and maintaining network and cabling infrastructure within data center environments. Responsibilities include working with copper and fiber cabling, network equipment, and testing tools while following safety, quality, and industry standards. The position requires reading blueprints, coordinating with stakeholders, providing project updates, and maintaining clean, well-documented work areas.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with low-voltage cabling, telecommunications tools, cable testing and troubleshooting, fiber splicing, and labeling. They must be able to perform installations such as ladder racking and seismic bracing, support live service swaps, and manage documentation and customer deliverables.

Physical ability to lift equipment, pull cable, climb ladders, and work for extended periods on-site in data centers is required. We're interested in entry level candidates like machine operators/technicians. Data Center experience is nice-to-have, but not required.

Must have or willing to obtain OSHA 10 and scissor lift certifcation.

Skills

Cabling, Hardware, Cat5

Top Skills Details

Cabling,Hardware,Cat5

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Comfortability working large data center environment/construction environment. Comfortable accepting over-time opportunity. Strong experience working with their hands.

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract position based out of Hillsboro, OR.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Hillsboro,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.

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.