Cable Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

AGE Solutions is looking for a Cable Technician with a current Top Secret clearance to join our team onsite at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA in support of our DoD customer. The Cable Technician is responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the National Capital Region (NCR) supported by JSP.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

Responsibilities Include:

• Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.
• Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems.
• Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
• Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
• Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
• Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
• Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
• Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
• Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
• Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
• Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
• Participates in special projects as required.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Citizenship and Clearance:
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Must have and maintain an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Education:
  • Associate's degree.
  • An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Certification:
  • BICSI Installer 1 (INST1): Must be willing to obtain within 90 days of joining.
• Experience:
  • 3+ years' experience (5 years without an associate degree)
• Skills and Knowledge:
  • Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Travel Required: 25-50%

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
• May require ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May require the ability to crawl on the floor and in tight spaces, and climb ladders and elevated platforms to install equipment, cables, and fiber.

Compensation: $65,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.