Installation Technician

MANTECH; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH in Herndon, VA is seeking an Installation Technician to support the deployment of secure network infrastructure and endpoint equipment in a mission-driven environment. You will ensure accurate configurations, reliable connectivity, and successful execution of technical projects across controlled spaces.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with 6+ years, or an associate/bachelor’s degree with relevant experience, plus hands-on cabling and workstation deployment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 6+ years of experience, an associate’s degree with 4+ years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience.
• Proven experience installing and testing network drops, including labeling, cable dressing, and certifying terminations.
• Knowledge of structured cabling methodologies, industry standards, and common troubleshooting practices.
• Hands-on experience deploying IT endpoints such as desktops, printers, VOIP/digital phones, and network switches.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve hardware, network, and telecom system issues.
• Skilled in interpreting and executing work from network diagrams, floor plans, and installation packages.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate CAT5/CAT6 and fiber cabling, including racks, patch panels, wall jacks, and associated infrastructure hardware.
• Perform cable pulls, terminations, pinouts, component installations, testing, documentation, and ensure proper cable management.
• Install and configure workstations, rebuild desktops, relocate IT equipment, and deploy network drops per provided technical documentation.
• Interpret design packages, wiring schematics, port maps, and network diagrams to guide and validate installation work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve workstation issues, connectivity problems, and equipment failures.
• Travel locally between customer sites and support temporary assignments as needed.
• Work scheduled shift from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM as part of a team providing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Shift may vary based on support required.

Skills

Cable installation

Structured cabling

Network troubleshooting

Workstation deployment

Diagram interpretation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Cable testing tools

Network testing equipment

VOIP phones

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Installation Technician to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this hands-on role, you will support the deployment and installation of secure network infrastructure and endpoint equipment in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate configurations, reliable connectivity, and successful execution of technical projects across classified workspaces.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Install and terminate CAT5/CAT6 and fiber cabling, including racks, patch panels, wall jacks, and associated infrastructure hardware.
• Perform cable pulls, terminations, pinouts, component installations, testing, documentation, and ensure proper cable management.
• Install and configure workstations, rebuild desktops, relocate IT equipment, and deploy network drops per provided technical documentation.
• Interpret design packages, wiring schematics, port maps, and network diagrams to guide and validate installation work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve workstation issues, connectivity problems, and equipment failures.
• Travel locally between customer sites and support temporary assignments as needed.
• Work scheduled shift from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM as part of a team providing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Shift may vary based on support required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 6+ years of experience, an associate’s degree with 4+ years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience.
• Proven experience installing and testing network drops, including labeling, cable dressing, and certifying terminations.
• Knowledge of structured cabling methodologies, industry standards, and common troubleshooting practices.
• Hands-on experience deploying IT endpoints such as desktops, printers, VOIP/digital phones, and network switches.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve hardware, network, and telecom system issues.
• Skilled in interpreting and executing work from network diagrams, floor plans, and installation packages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting customer IT infrastructure installations.
• Background in structured cabling and IT hardware installation.
• Familiarity with LAN infrastructure deployment within the Sponsor’s classified environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to evolving technical tasks and learn new tools or procedures.
• High attention to detail and effective organizational skills.

Clearance Requirements

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain stationary at least 25% of the time.
• Must be able to operate computers, phones, and other office equipment for extended durations.
• Must be able to navigate office environments, including under desks, raised floors, and server closets, some of which may be confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift and transport IT or AV equipment weighing 50+ pounds, using carts or team lifts as needed.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders (10+ feet) while routing cables or installing equipment.