Cable Technician

CACI International Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,608 - 60,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Continuing education support

Paid time off

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a skilled Cable Technician to support the Enterprise Communications Services program in Washington, D.C. This role involves installation and maintenance of telecommunications cabling including inside plant cable infrastructure and adherence to industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma plus 7 years of experience and current IAT II certification. Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement offered alongside a competitive pay range starting at $37.49 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experienced in installation and maintenance of telecommunications cabling.
• Ability to follow best practices and safety standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and document cabling infrastructure.
• Maintain and repair communications systems.
• Analyze and administrate network cabling infrastructure.

Skills

Installation and documentation of cable infrastructure

Knowledge of copper and fiber optic cabling

Basic networking skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School/GED + 7 years of experience

Current IAT II (Security +)

Tools

Network cabling test equipment

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Title: Cable Technician

Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Opportunity

The Enterprise Communications Services 3 (ECS3) program supports our intel customer across its CONUS & OCONUS operating locations. The focus includes design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement for tech modernization, tech refresh, customer LANs and unified communication services.

Responsibilities

• Installation and documentation of new and/or updated inside plant cable infrastructure.
• Follow DIA and commercial best practice procedures (BISCI, EIA/TIA) standards for cable racks, wiring and testing.
• Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Know standard copper 568-B Color code, 25 pair color code, and Fiber 12 strand Color Code.
• Handle service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, VoIP networks, and fiber optic cabling.
• Terminate and test cables and components, work with hand tools, power tools, powder actuated tools, and ladders.
• Communicate with supervisors, be computer literate, possess basic networking skills.
• Install, maintain, and repair voice and data communications cabling systems.
• Interpret service orders, circuit diagrams, floor plans and networking logic diagrams.
• Test, locate, install, and repair cabling for trouble calls; perform routine maintenance.
• Use Excel and Microsoft Word to input data, maintain and formalize cable records.
• Verify service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
• Use network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, OTDRs, and fiber power meters.
• Record testing information.
• Read network documents, label networking equipment and cables per diagrams; create as-is diagrams.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Participate in special projects as required.
• Identify, track, and remove abandoned cable, keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
• Walk long distances, lift materials up to 50 pounds, load/unload equipment, mount equipment into racks, and remove trash.

Qualifications

• High School/GED + 7 years of experience.
• Current IAT II (Security +).

Benefits

• Pay Range: $37.49 per hour minimum, with potential increases based on location, experience, skills, and certifications.
• Comprehensive benefits: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.