Job Description
Cable Technician – Contract-to-Hire
📍 Location:
Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA
🕒 Schedule:
- Monday–Thursday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
💼 Type: Contract-to-Perm
⏳ Duration: 3 Months (with potential for permanent hire)
💲 Pay Rate: $25/hour
Job Summary
A San Diego-based company is seeking Cable Assembly Technicians to support a Navy-related program. Technicians will be responsible for assembling cables, building connectors, and performing internal cabling for equipment racks. Projects vary in complexity, with cable sizes ranging from 26 to 8 gauge and assembly times ranging from 1 to 10 hours. Most connectors used are cannon-style.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of cable assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Proficient with hand tools (e.g., screwdrivers, wrenches, crimpers, wire strippers)
- Experience working with wires and assembling connectors
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic soldering skills
- Background in electronics or wiring
- Fiber optic qualification
- IPC-A-610 soldering certification
Typical Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain network and telecommunications equipment
- Perform cable assembly, including working with fiber optics, coaxial, and copper cables
- Conduct testing and troubleshooting of circuits and network components
- Use tools and equipment such as crimpers, wire strippers, oscilloscopes, and T1/DS3 test sets
- Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including repairs, updates, and configurations
- Support military and government programs, often in secure or mission-critical environments
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Contract work, Saturday,