Level 1 Cable Technician (Data Center Construction)

Location: Spartanburg, SC

Pay: $22-$25/hour

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM (10-hour shifts)

Build Your Career in the Growing Data Center Industry

Build It Right (BIR) is seeking motivated Level 1 Cable Technicians to join a large-scale data center construction project in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level technicians, trade school graduates, or individuals with commercial cabling experience who are looking to build a long-term career in the fast-growing data center industry.

The initial project is expected to last 2-3 months, with opportunities to travel to additional data center sites in locations such as Virginia and Georgia. Build It Right provides lodging, daily per diem, and travel assistance based on project duration.

Compensation

$22/hour - No experience required
$23/hour - No experience with Low Voltage Trade School background
$25/hour - 1+ year of commercial cabling experience
$35/day per diem when traveling
Lodging provided by Build It Right
Flights provided for shorter assignments
Mileage/travel support for long-term project assignments
Contract-to-Hire opportunity with long-term career growth

Responsibilities

• Install low-voltage cable infrastructure in commercial and data center environments
• Pull, route, and support cable using industry-standard methods and hardware
• Install work area outlets, surface-mount boxes, and wall outlets
• Drop cable through walls using fish tape and other approved methods
• Organize, dress, label, and prepare cable prior to termination
• Install cable support systems including: J-hooks, Cable trays, D-rings, Bridal rings, Trapeze supports, Cable racks
• Build telecommunications closets including: Racks, Patch panels, Backboards, Cross-connects, Fiber hardware
• Install grounding systems for racks, cabling, and equipment
• Perform fire-stopping procedures and install sleeves through fire-rated walls
• Terminate low-voltage devices and cabling
• Test newly installed cables and troubleshoot connectivity issues
• Maintain and repair existing cable infrastructure
• Remove redundant or unused cabling
• Install network-related equipment such as routers and other technology devices
• Complete project documentation, timesheets, work orders, and material tracking accurately
• Follow all company, customer, and industry safety standards
• Travel to support additional data center projects as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of commercial cable installation experience OR completion of a Low Voltage Trade School program
• Basic understanding of cable installation and cable routing
• Experience or familiarity with punchdown terminations
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts in a construction environment
• Reliable transportation to the job site
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively on a team
• Interest in developing a long-term career in the data center industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial structured cabling experience
• Low-voltage, electrical, or telecommunications trade school training
• Experience with: Cat5e/Cat6 cabling, Fiber optic infrastructure, Patch panels, Telecommunications closets, Cable testing
• Familiarity with construction site safety requirements

Work Environment

Active data center construction site
Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Physically demanding work requiring standing, walking, lifting, and climbing
Daily interaction with structured cabling systems, racks, cable pathways, and networking infrastructure
Significant opportunities for travel and advancement within the company

Why Build It Right?

Build It Right has been serving the industry for over 20 years and offers strong opportunities for growth and advancement. Many leaders within the organization started as field technicians and advanced into management roles through hard work and dedication. If you're reliable, willing to learn, and interested in building a career in the data center industry, this is an outstanding opportunity.

Interview Process

15-20 minute Microsoft Teams interview
Interview with the hiring team
Quick hiring process for qualified candidates

Apply Today

We're looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who want to grow their careers in structured cabling and data center construction. If you have commercial cabling experience or a trade school background and are eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spartanburg, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spartanburg, SC.