Network Installation Technician

Cable/Network Installation Technician

We are seeking a Cable/Network Installation Technician to join our team supporting Enterprise Infrastructure Installation Support.

Responsibilities include identifying and distinguishing properties and types of copper/fiber optic cable, interpreting blueprints, inventorying job supplies and materials, verifying and complying with site safety plan, building telecommunication spaces, installing grounding/bonding infrastructure, installing cable support systems, preparing telecommunication outlet at wall, floor, utility column, installing cut-in rings, installing sleeves, installing poke throughs between floors, installing inner duct for fiber optic cable, installing cable support systems under the floor, installing firestop and/or smoke barrier system, pulling horizontal cables from closet to work area, pulling backbone cables between closets, removing abandoned cable, performing copper terminations, performing fiber terminations, performing fiber optic splicing, performing fiber cable - basic troubleshooting, performing Tier 1 fiber certification testing, performing Tier 2 fiber testing using OTDR, performing labeling according to a labeling scheme, adhering to local, state, and federal fire and/or building codes and/or standards.

Required qualifications include being a US Citizen, obtaining and maintaining an active Secret clearance within 12 months of hire, 5+ years of cabling experience in the data communications industry, experience with wired and wireless environments, including 802.11a/b/g/n standards, experience in organizing and leading network installations, including on-site assessments and technical plan preparation, familiarity with engineering documentation, network topologies, and cabling infrastructure standards, experience in interpreting technical documentation and performing work per industry-standard installation practices, Aerial lift training, Confined Space training, Forklift training, ten (10) Hour OSHA Basic Industry course.

Skills include a strong understanding of telecommunications and data cabling systems, materials, and testing procedures, ability to install and terminate copper and fiber cabling infrastructure, proficiency in coordinating and documenting technical installation processes, physical capability to perform manual tasks in physically demanding environments, excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure scenarios.

Certifications include obtaining and maintaining active BICSI Installer Level 2 or Technician certification.