Cabling Engineer
Not Disclosed•ContractorOn-site
location_on3061, Meadowlands Drive, Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada, 89431, United States
About the Role
The Cabling Engineer serves as a critical technical resource within a mission-critical hospital environment, ensuring the physical integrity of the network infrastructure that supports patient care and clinical operations. This onsite contract role focuses on the installation, termination, and certification of structured cabling systems, including CAT6/CAT6A copper and fiber optic networks. The position is essential for maintaining the reliability of LAN, WiFi, voice, CCTV, access control, and specialized medical device connections across wards, clinics, labs, and operating theaters.
Day in the Life
You will work directly with network, desktop, biomedical, and facilities teams to execute deployments and upgrades while adhering to strict hospital safety and infection control standards. Your day involves performing cable testing, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and managing remediation efforts within defined SLAs. A significant portion of the role requires maintaining accurate as-built documentation, including labeling, port mapping, and rack layouts, to ensure the facility's infrastructure remains up-to-date and compliant.
Environment and Culture
This role demands the ability to thrive in a 24x7, live hospital setting where patient safety and operational continuity are paramount. Success requires a deep understanding of low-voltage systems and the discipline to work within complex change management processes. Experience in healthcare environments is highly valued, as it ensures familiarity with the unique constraints and safety protocols of clinical operations.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3061, Meadowlands Drive, Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada, 89431, United States
Sparks, Nevada
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInstall, terminate, label, and test structured cabling systems including CAT6/CAT6A and fiber optic
- check_circleSupport cabling for LAN, WiFi, voice, CCTV, access control, nurse call, and medical devices
- check_circlePerform cable testing, certification, troubleshooting, and remediation
- check_circleMaintain accurate as-built documentation, labeling, port mapping, and rack layouts
- check_circleCoordinate with network, desktop, biomedical, and facilities teams during deployments and upgrades
- check_circleEnsure adherence to hospital safety, infection control, and change management standards
- check_circleWork within defined SLA, incident, and service request processes
- check_circleSupport hospital IT projects across wards, clinics, labs, OTs, and data centers
Requirements
- verified2-5 years experience in structured cabling or network infrastructure
- verifiedStructured Cabling Certification (BICSI / OEM) preferred
- verifiedFiber Optic Technician Certification preferred
- verifiedITIL Foundation or Safety certifications preferred
Nice to Have
Experience working in live hospital or clinical environments. Understanding of patient safety, infection control, and low-voltage systems. Ability to work in 24x7, mission-critical operations. Healthcare, hospital, or mission-critical environment experience. Structured Cabling Certification (BICSI / OEM). Fiber Optic Technician Certification. ITIL Foundation / Safety certifications.
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Frequently asked questions about Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing
What does a Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing do?expand_more
In this Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing role, you will install, terminate, label, and test structured cabling systems including cat6/cat6a and fiber optic; support cabling for lan, wifi, voice, cctv, access control, nurse call, and medical devices; perform cable testing, certification, troubleshooting, and remediation; and maintain accurate as-built documentation, labeling, port mapping, and rack layouts.
What are the requirements for this Cabling Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing position, applicants should have: 2-5 years experience in structured cabling or network infrastructure; Structured Cabling Certification (BICSI / OEM) preferred; Fiber Optic Technician Certification preferred; and ITIL Foundation or Safety certifications preferred.
Where is the Cabling Engineer role at KTek Resourcing located?expand_more
Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing is based in 3061, Meadowlands Drive, Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada, 89431, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Cabling Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
KTek Resourcing has listed this Cabling Engineer role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Cabling Engineer role?expand_more
Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing typically requires 2–5 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Cabling Engineer role at KTek Resourcing?expand_more
Key skills for Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing include Structured Cabling; Cat6; Cat6a; Fiber Optic; SM; MM; Lan; and Wifi.
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Cabling Engineer at KTek Resourcing is part of the it job category on Recrutus.
About KTek Resourcing
Ktek Resourcing is a global staffing and recruitment firm specializing in IT, engineering, and professional services. We combine data, AI, and human insight to deliver smarter, faster hiring solutions. Whether you’re filling a single role or scaling an entire team, we bring over two decades of recruiting expertise to every engagement. Ktek is proudly headquartered in Houston, TX. Our reach spans North America, South America, Asia, and EMEA, connecting businesses with top-tier talent. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for candidates from all backgrounds and helping companies build inclusive, high-performing teams. Trusted by startups and Fortune 500 companies alike, Ktek is the partner of choice for organizations looking to hire with impact. Looking to grow your team or find your next opportunity? Let’s connect.
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