Field Service Technician

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Field Service Technician to support a contract onsite in Washington, DC. This role handles installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Layer 1 structured cabling for network infrastructure and end-user devices.

Ideal candidates have hands-on copper and fiber cabling experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in field environments. Travel to customer sites is required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of equipment installation experience; 4 years may substitute for degree.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on ladders or in confined spaces.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and test structured cabling systems (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber optic).
• Provide patch panel, rack, and cable tray installation and testing support.
• Perform cable certification and testing using appropriate equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve physical connectivity issues.
• Read and interpret network diagrams and layouts.
• Maintain documentation of installations and service work.
• Travel to customer sites as required.
• Provide professional communication and support to clients and internal teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

BICSI certification

Fiber optic testing

Fluke cable cert tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is looking for a Field Service Technician to support a contract onsite in Washington, DC.This role is responsible for the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Layer 1 structured cabling systems supporting network infrastructure and end-user devices. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with copper and fiber cabling, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in field environments.

Peraton has served as the prime contractor for this program since its inception in the 1980's. We provide high-level government leaders with reliable secure voice, video, and fax communications anytime, anywhere, in any environment in support of day-to-day operations. We support a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications allowing complex national and worldwide communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components. We provide integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and engineering support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions.

TheField Service Technicianis responsible for but not limited to:

• Install, terminate, label, and test structured cabling systems (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber optic).
• Perform installation and Layer 1 support for:
  • Network devices (routers, switches)
  • VoIP phones
  • Workstations and peripherals
  • Wireless access points (WAPs)
  • Print devices
• Install patch panels, racks, cable trays, and related hardware.
• Perform cable certification and testing using appropriate testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve physical connectivity issues.
• Read and interpret network diagrams, blueprints, and cable layouts.
• Maintain accurate documentation of installations and service work.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Travel to customer sites as required.
• Provide professional communication and support to clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in equipment installation and delivery with a strong understanding of IT equipment; 4 years of additional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Strong organizational and communications skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on ladders or in confined spaces.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications:

• BICSI certification.
• Experience with fiber optic termination and testing.
• Familiarity with cable certification tools (Fluke or equivalent).
• Previous experience supporting a government and/or Department of Defense customer.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.