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Lead Cable Technician

TEKsystems
$24.00 - $28.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Tennessee, Nashville
May 14, 2026
Experienced Cable Technician - Healthcare Division Job Title: Experienced Cable Technician Worksite: Onsite - Hospital & Medical Facilities Workplace Type: 100% Onsite Role Type: Contract Contract Length: 6 Months (Extension or Potential Conversion) Pay Rate: $24-$28 Recruiting Partner: TEKsystems - Healthcare Division Role Overview TEKsystems is supporting hiring an Experienced Cable Technician to work in live hospital and medical facility environments. This role is ideal for someone with a strong voice and data cabling foundation who wants hands-on exposure to healthcare-critical systems, including Nurse Call and BDA/Public Safety infrastructure. You'll begin by performing structured cabling work while being trained on systems that directly impact patient safety, clinical workflows, and emergency responder communication. Key Responsibilities * Install, terminate, test, and label Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A cabling * Read and interpret: * Construction blueprints * Hospital drawings * Low-voltage schematics * Lead and mentor technicians while maintaining healthcare-grade workmanship * Install and support structured cabling pathways: * J-hooks * Cable tray * Conduit * Work within: * MDFs and IDFs * Equipment rooms * Patient care and clinical areas * Support infrastructure for: * Nurse Call systems (patient-to-staff communication) * BDA/DAS systems (public safety and first-responder coverage) * Coordinate closely with: * SWC Project Managers * Hospital IT and Facilities teams * Maintain strict adherence to: * Safety standards * Cleanliness requirements * Infection-control protocols Required Skills * Structured cabling installation experience * Voice and data cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A) * Blueprint and schematic interpretation * Experience working in regulated or high-accountability environments * Ability to work independently and support junior technicians Preferred (Not Required) * Previous hospital or healthcare facility experience * Exposure to: * Nurse Call systems * BDA/DAS or life-safety infrastructure * OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, or healthcare safety training Experience Level: Intermediate Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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. 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.