Installation Technician (2026-0155)

Acclaim Technical Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services, based in Northern Virginia, is seeking an Installation Technician with a current TS/SCI clearance to support our Network Solutions Division. The role includes installing and terminating CAT5/CAT6 cabling, configuring workstations, and troubleshooting IT issues.

Successful candidates will have proven experience in network installation and testing, as well as a hands-on approach to deploying IT endpoints. The position requires travel between sites and may involve working between shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Proven experience installing and testing network drops.
• Hands‑on experience deploying IT endpoints such as desktops and VOIP phones.
• Ability to independently diagnose hardware and network issues.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate CAT5/CAT6 and fiber cabling.
• Perform cable pulls, terminations, and testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve workstation issues.

Skills

Network installation and testing

Troubleshooting

Structured cabling methodologies

IT endpoint deployment

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are actively recruiting for an Installation Technician with a current TS/SCI w/ Poly to support our Network Solutions Division, based in Northern Virginia.

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 required shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM as part of a coverage team operating between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Shift may need to flex given requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 Customers 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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.