Independent Contractor Cat6 Cabling Jobs in Tennessee

Data & Cabling Technician
Location: Nashville, TN
We are seeking experienced Data & Cabling Technicians to support commercial low-voltage, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure projects throughout the Nashville area. This role is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in commercial and construction environments who can work independently while collaborating with lead technicians and project teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure installations. Candidates must have direct experience installing and terminating CAT6 cabling and be comfortable working in active construction environments and large-scale data center facilities.
Key Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and install low-voltage copper cabling, including CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A, with a strong focus on CAT6 infrastructure installations.
• Navigate commercial pathways such as conduits, J-hooks, cable trays, and overhead ladder rack systems.
• Perform high-quality copper terminations into:
  • RJ45 connectors
  • Keystone jacks
  • Patch panels
• Apply and maintain TIA/EIA T568A and T568B wiring standards.
• Bundle, dress, and label cable runs according to project specifications and industry standards.
• Support installations within telecommunications rooms, MDFs, IDFs, and data center environments.
• Read and follow project drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Work safely and effectively in active construction environments, including new construction and data center buildouts.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all job site safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project leads, foremen, and team members to meet project deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of commercial structured cabling experience.
• Hands-on experience installing, pulling, terminating, and testing CAT6 cabling in commercial or data center environments.
• Experience installing and terminating CAT5e, CAT6, and CAT6A cabling.
• Strong understanding of TIA/EIA wiring standards, including T568A and T568B termination methods.
• Ability to independently perform data cable termination and punch-down work.
• Comfortable working in active construction environments and data center buildouts
• Experience working in commercial construction, mission-critical facilities, or data centers preferred.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, ladders, and lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various physical environments, including elevated and confined spaces.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Gallatin, TN.
Pay and Benefits
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Gallatin,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.
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