ISP/OSP Technician at Abacus Technology Corporation Columbus, MS

Comunidade Metodista; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology Corporation in Columbus, MS, seeks an ISP/OSP Technician to install and maintain facility cabling and network infrastructure. You will handle CAT 5/6 and fiber cabling, perform troubleshooting, and keep accurate records in CAIRS, CVC, IMDS, and Excel.

The role requires a proactive, safety‑minded professional who can work in varied spaces and support telephony systems. Qualifications include 5+ years in telephone/cable systems installation, HS diploma or GED, OSHA Confined Space

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience supporting installation of telephone systems and cable plant.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• OSHA Confined Space certified; safety/quality practices understood.

Responsibilities

• Install/configure/maintain/troubleshoot CAT 5/6 cabling from network device to termination.
• Perform installs per contract requirements and national standards; manage duct work and digging/trenching as needed.
• Maintain premises components such as conduits, raceways, outlets, patch panels, and cabinets.
• Install/configure/maintain/troubleshoot Fiber cabling, routes, and connections; test and terminate.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment including cable vaults and sump pumps.
• Configure/maintain/troubleshoot copper radio/analog circuits and route to telephony VoIP server.
• Input/update/maintain cable records in CAIRS, CVC, IMDS, and Excel.
• Use Remedy and CIPS to create/complete/route tickets between agencies and customers.
• Provide Public Address coverage for events including setup/breakdown and media handling.

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Self-motivated

Safety conscious

Education

HS diploma or GED

OSHA Confined Space certified

Tools

CAIRS

CVC

IMDS

Remedy

CIPS

MS Office

Job description

ISP/OSP Technician job at Abacus Technology Corporation. Columbus, MS.

Abacus Technology Corporation is a Federal government contractor and provider of enterprise information technology (IT) services and solutions. For nearly 40 years, we’ve developed effective partnerships with government and industry to tackle business challenges and pressures for Federal Defense, Civilian, and Intelligence customers. Abacus maintains core competencies in: IT Infrastructure Support, Network Operations and Maintenance, Communication Solutions, Systems Engineering and Integration, Cyber Security / Information Assurance, Application Development, Program Management, and Business Transformation.

Job Description

• Install/configure/maintain/troubleshoot CAT 5/6 cabling according to national, DoD, and/or AF standards from network device to termination.
• Perform installs in accordance with the contract requirements and national standards including proper duct work and digging/trenching.
• Maintain all premise components such as conduits, raceway, outlets, patch panels, cabinets, etc.
• Install/configure/maintain/troubleshoot Fiber cabling, routes, and connections including testing and terminating.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment such as cable vault and sump pump on regular intervals.
• Configure/maintain/troubleshoot all copper radio/analog circuits including 66 blocks and routing them back to telephony VoIP server.
• Input/update/maintain cable records into such databases as CAIRS, CVC, IMDS, and Excel.
• Use ticketing systems such as Remedy and CIPS to create/complete/route tickets between other agencies and customers.
• Provide Public Address (PA) system coverage for special events including equipment setup/break down, troubleshooting, and providing media for event.

Qualifications

5+ years experience support the installation of telephone systems and cable plant support. HS diploma or GED. Must be OSHA Confined Space certified. Fiber and/or fusion splicing certifications a plus. Experience working with GPS and ground location equipment. Experience with CAT 3/5/6 installation and termination. Experience with Fiber installation and handling. Knowledge of OSHA standards and established safety/quality practices. ANSI and TIA knowledge and understanding. Knowledge of telephony as it relates to VoIP. Experience with a cable records database such as CVC, CAIRS, or equivalent desired. Experience with the MS Office suite. Must be self-motivated, be able to communicate clearly, customer service oriented, and perform work in a neat and organized manner. Able to work in dark, confined, and dirty spaces to inspect/maintain/repair manholes, handholes, splices, and terminals. Able to lift heavy equipment, stand, crawl, and climb ladders. Must have a valid driver's license. Must be a US citizen.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.