Cable Plant Technician

People, Technology & Processes, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

People, Technology & Processes, LLC seeks a Cable Plant Technician to route, label, test, and trace copper and fiber across multiple Hampton Roads facilities, ensuring DISA and PDS standards are met. The role includes repairing pathways, maintaining records, and supporting mission-critical sites.

Responsibilities include collaboration with Network Engineers, performing site audits, and updating drawings and cable maps to keep documentation current.

Qualifications

• 4+ years cabling and infrastructure support in classified environments.
• Experience installing, routing, labeling, testing, and documenting CAT5e/6 and fiber cabling.
• Knowledge of Protected Distribution Systems (PDS) installation and inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and update technical drawings and cabling maps.
• BICSI certification or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with DoD physical security guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Route, label, test, and trace copper and fiber across facilities per DISA and PDS standards.
• Inspect and validate PDS pathways for physical security and compliance.
• Install and decommission cable drops, patch panels, jacks, and conduits.
• Support audits by tracing cables, updating drawings, and correcting records.
• Collaborate with Network Engineers and facilities for above-ceiling work.
• Maintain cable plant records in version-controlled repository.
• Prioritize support for mission-critical locations and ensure redundant pathways.

Skills

Cable installation

Cable routing

Documentation

Security compliance

Tools

CAT5e/6 cabling

Fiber optic cabling

PDS procedures

Technical drawings

Job description

• Route, label, test, and trace copper and fiber optic cables across multiple Hampton Roads facilities. Maintain clear, accurate labeling in accordance with local DISA standards and Protected Distribution System (PDS) requirements.
• Inspect, repair, and validate PDS pathways to ensure physical security and compliance. Respond to alarms or suspected breaches, ensuring cables meet hardened infrastructure guidelines for classified networks.
• Install and decommission cable drops, patch panel connections, wall jacks, and conduits to support endpoint relocations, upgrades, or new service activations as directed by network AMC tasks.
• Support recurring infrastructure audits by physically tracing cables, updating drawings, and correcting inaccurate cable records. Document cable routing using floor plans, patch panel maps, and port labeling standards.
• Work closely with Network Engineers to support port activations, ensure correct patching, and validate end-to-end connectivity. Collaborate with facility management for above‑ceiling work, secured areas, or new construction support.
• Update and maintain cable plant records, including cable routing diagrams, jack/port locations, and cable ID numbers. Ensure all documentation is current and version‑controlled in the designated repository.
• Prioritize support for mission‑critical locations, such as executive offices and COOP alternate sites. Ensure redundant pathways and surge support cabling are in place to enable continuity during outages or reconstitution events.
• Mount and maintain racks, raceways, cable trays, and patch panels to support scalable and organized cable deployment. Ensure physical installations comply with structured cabling best practices.
• Pre‑run cables, test continuity, and assist with staging of new workstations, switches, and telecom devices ahead of deployments or hardware refreshes.
• Investigate and resolve issues such as dead drops, signal loss, or mislabeled ports. Maintain ticket resolution logs and confirm closure with the Site Lead.

Description

PWS Title: Cable Plant Technician

Clearance Type: Top Secret

Contingent upon award*

Responsibilities

• Route, label, test, and trace copper and fiber optic cables across multiple Hampton Roads facilities. Maintain clear, accurate labeling in accordance with local DISA standards and Protected Distribution System (PDS) requirements.
• Inspect, repair, and validate PDS pathways to ensure physical security and compliance. Respond to alarms or suspected breaches, ensuring cables meet hardened infrastructure guidelines for classified networks.
• Install and decommission cable drops, patch panel connections, wall jacks, and conduits to support endpoint relocations, upgrades, or new service activations as directed by network AMC tasks.
• Support recurring infrastructure audits by physically tracing cables, updating drawings, and correcting inaccurate cable records. Document cable routing using floor plans, patch panel maps, and port labeling standards.
• Work closely with Network Engineers to support port activations, ensure correct patching, and validate end-to-end connectivity. Collaborate with facility management for above‑ceiling work, secured areas, or new construction support.
• Update and maintain cable plant records, including cable routing diagrams, jack/port locations, and cable ID numbers. Ensure all documentation is current and version‑controlled in the designated repository.
• Prioritize support for mission‑critical locations, such as executive offices and COOP alternate sites. Ensure redundant pathways and surge support cabling are in place to enable continuity during outages or reconstitution events.
• Mount and maintain racks, raceways, cable trays, and patch panels to support scalable and organized cable deployment. Ensure physical installations comply with structured cabling best practices.
• Pre‑run cables, test continuity, and assist with staging of new workstations, switches, and telecom devices ahead of deployments or hardware refreshes.
• Investigate and resolve issues such as dead drops, signal loss, or mislabeled ports. Maintain ticket resolution logs and confirm closure with the Site Lead.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of experience in cabling and infrastructure support within classified environments.
• Expertise in installation, routing, labeling, testing, and documentation of CAT5e/6 and fiber‑optic cable.
• Knowledge of Protected Distribution Systems (PDS) including installation and inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and update technical drawings and cable maps.
• BICSI certification or equivalent cable plant certification preferred.
• Familiarity with infrastructure audits and compliance with DoD physical security guidelines.