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Level 1 Technician (Helper)
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Level 1 Technician (Helper) | TEKsystems
The Tone:
This is an Entry Level Contract to Hire position at TEKsystems, located in Ridgeville, SC, offering a pay rate of $20.00/hr. TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, accelerating business transformation for over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500. As partners in transformation, they work with progressive leaders to unlock business value through various solutions. This Level 1 Technician (Helper) role is critical for individuals seeking to enter the data center environment and provides significant growth opportunities for those looking to advance into leadership positions within the organization.
The TL;DR
• Role: Contract
• Type: Contract
• Location: Ridgeville, SC
• Pay: $20 hourly
• Mission: This person ensures data center infrastructure is properly cabled and equipped, supporting efficient operations and future growth.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Cabling: Pull and route cabling throughout the data center.
• Racks: Assemble, stack, and drill racks.
• Equipment: Scan, label, and port equipment.
• Installation: Support general installation tasks as directed by experienced technicians.
The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an Entry Level role, making it an ideal starting point for a career in data center technology. Candidates should have a background demonstrating experience working in physically demanding environments, such as construction, skilled trades, or military service.
• Experience: Minimal telecom experience is required, as the role prioritizes trainability, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. Dependability and a reliable attendance history are paramount for success in this role. The hiring manager particularly emphasizes attitude, work ethic, dependability, and consistent attendance.
• Skills: Key practical skills for this role include pulling cable, understanding low voltage principles, performing manual labour, and general cable handling.
• Bonus: Hands-on electrical or military experience is highly valued. Candidates must also be comfortable working on ladders and lifts. The ideal personality is a hard worker who is honest, reliable, and keen to grow with the organization.
