Cable Technician

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

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Cable Technician in Washington, DC to install, test, and document inside plant cabling infrastructure across CONUS/OCONUS locations. You will follow BISCI and EIA/TIA standards, terminate copper and fiber, run tests with network testers, and maintain cable records while supporting VOIP and UC services.

This full-time role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, up to 10% travel, and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 7 years experience.
• Current IAT II (Security+) certification.

Responsibilities

• Install and document inside plant cable infrastructure in client buildings.
• Follow BISCI and EIA/TIA standards for cable installation.
• Maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Terminate copper and fiber, test cabling.
• Create and maintain cable records and job documents.
• Test and locate issues with cabling and perform routine maintenance.
• Use network tools and test equipment to verify installations.
• Read diagrams and label equipment per diagrams.

Skills

Networking basics

Cable testing

Documentation

Education

High School/GED

IAT II (Security+)

Tools

Network testers

Copper testers

Fiber OTDRs

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

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The Opportunity:

The Enterprise Communications Services 3 (ECS3) program supports our intel customer across its CONUS & OCONUS operating locations. Our focus includes the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, activities associated with customer local area networks (LANs) and unified communication (UC) services.

Our mission on this program will be the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, or Capital Equipment Replacement Program (CERP) activities associated with the clients’ LANs, CAN and Unified Communication services. Become a part of our great team and make a difference!

Responsibilities:

• 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 client buildings
• Must follow DIA and commercial best practice procedures (BISCI, EIA/TIA) standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
• Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
• Must know standard copper 568-B Color code, 25 pair color code, as well as the Fiber 12 strand Color Code
• Responsible for tasks assigned in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure. This includes Copper terminations on Patch Panels, Modular Plugs, Jacks as well as Fiber Splicing/Terminating single and multiple strand fiber optic cables.
• Dress, terminate and test cables and components, ability to work with hand tools, to include power tools, Powder Actuated Tools, and ladders.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors, computer literate.
• Basic networking skills.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs voice and data communications cabling systems.
• Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, floor plans and networking logic diagrams.
• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
• Use Excel and Microsoft Word, input data into databases and create and maintain cable records as jobs proceed and formalize at completion.
• 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. This includes setting up fiber testers with the appropriate test ends.
• Responsible for recording testing information.
• Read network documents and label networking equipment and cables according to diagrams; create as is diagrams of cable efforts according to customer requirements.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Participates in special projects as required.
• Identify, track, and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining. safety standards.
• Walking long distances for long periods of time, lifting of material up to 50 pounds, loading equipment onto carts or shelves, moving equipment to work locations, unloading equipment, mounting of equipment into racks and trash removal.

Qualifications:

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

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

$37.49

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

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.