Cable Tech

CABLE TECHNICIAN I

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

About the Company

Americom Technology specializes in telecommunications infrastructure, structured cabling, fiber optic networks, and technology solutions. Our teams support commercial and industrial projects, delivering reliable communication infrastructure while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer service.

Job Summary

The Cable Technician I is an entry-level position responsible for assisting with the installation, maintenance, and testing of structured cabling systems, including voice, data, video, copper, and fiber optic infrastructure. Working under the supervision of a Lead Technician or Project Supervisor, this position supports commercial construction and retrofit projects through hands-on installation, material handling, equipment operation, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, route, secure, and organize low-voltage copper and fiber optic cabling under supervision.
• Assist with cable termination, labeling, testing, and documentation in accordance with project specifications.
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and installation equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain required hand tools and assist with equipment inventory and inspections.
• Follow company safety procedures, participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and attend required safety meetings.
• Maintain clean, organized, and secure job sites, vehicles, and work areas.
• Assist with material delivery, staging, handling, and inventory management.
• Complete required field documentation, including timecards, work orders, and equipment records.
• Participate in technical, equipment, and safety training programs.
• Perform physical construction tasks, including digging, shoveling, lifting, and overhead or underground cable placement.
• Assist with vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain operational readiness.
• Support installation teams in meeting project schedules, quality standards, and customer expectations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
• Reliable transportation to assigned work locations.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools; previous construction or cabling experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow technical instructions, safety procedures, and project specifications.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while following supervisory direction.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical and safety training.
• Ability and willingness to travel for out-of-town assignments, including occasional weekends.
• Ability to meet applicable pre-employment screening requirements, including background checks and drug testing, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding construction and cabling installation work, including lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally handling materials weighing up to 90 pounds with team assistance or mechanical lifting equipment, as appropriate.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, work in confined spaces, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and installation equipment.
• Work indoors and outdoors in construction environments with potential exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, or travel as project needs require.
• Follow all company safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with applicable law.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Americom Technology, a Crestone Services Group company, is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.