Network Cable Technician

Information Management Group Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Information Management Group (IMG) is seeking a skilled Network Cable Technician to join our team at the Washington Navy Yard. You will support network infrastructure installation, maintenance, and documentation to ensure reliable connectivity across the organization.

This role requires 5+ years of cabling experience, ability to terminate UTP and fiber, and active Secret or L security clearance. You will work with LAN, SAN, fiber, and copper systems, perform testing with Fluke tools, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in cabling or network technician work.
• Qualified to install, terminate, and conduct certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable, multimode and single-mode fiber.
• Knowledge in ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-B, 569, 606, 607, NFPA 70.
• Proficient with Fluke DSX-8000 copper/fiber tester.
• Proficient with Fluke OFP-100-QI OptiFiber Pro Optical Time Domain Reflectometer.
• Writing and speaking clearly and concisely about technical topics.
• Active Secret or L security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (network - LAN/SAN, server, storage, UPS, etc.) as directed
• Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable tray
• Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories
• Install intra-building backbone cabling
• Install horizontal cabling
• Install work area outlets, faceplates, jacks, and patch cables
• Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling
• Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable on patch panels and modular plugs
• Terminate 62.5-micron multimode fiber, 50-micron multimode fiber, and single mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors
• Diagnose and correct copper cable and fiber optic cable problems
• Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed
• Complete network trouble tickets and document test results

Skills

Cable installation

Cable termination

Fiber testing

Documentation

Technical writing

Tools

Fluke DSX-8000

Fluke OFP-100-QI

Job description

Opportunity

Information Management Group (IMG) is seeking a skilled and motivated Network Cable Technician to join our growing team. In this role, you will support our customer located at the Washington Navy Yard and be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and support of their network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity across the organization. You will also support cable pulling, terminations, testing, and documentation requirements for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (network - LAN/SAN, server, storage, UPS, etc.) as directed
• Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable tray
• Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories
• Install intra-building backbone cabling
• Install cable trays, J Hooks, and cable tray accessories
• Install horizontal cable
• Install work area outlets, faceplates, jacks, and patch cables
• Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling
• Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable on patch panels and modular plugs
• Terminate 62.5-micron multimode fiber, 50-micron multimode fiber, and single mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors using the anaerobic adhesive system and Corning UniCam system
• Diagnose and correct copper cable and fiber optic cable problems
• Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed
• Complete network trouble tickets as directed, document test results as needed

Salary range- 80-110k

Key Responsibilities

Installation

• Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (e.g., LAN/SAN, servers, storage, UPS) as directed
• Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable trays
• Install cable trays, J-hooks, raised floor cable trays, and related accessories
• Install intra-building backbone cabling
• Install horizontal cabling
• Install work area outlets, faceplates, jacks, and patch cables
• Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling
• Organize, form, and dress cables

Termination

• Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cables on patch panels and modular plugs
• Terminate 62.5-micron multimode, 50-micron multimode, and single-mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors (anaerobic adhesive system or Corning UniCam system)

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and correct copper and fiber optic cable issues
• Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed
• Complete work orders and network trouble tickets**
• Groom network enclosures and equipment as directed
• Inventory material as directed

Documentation & Testing

• Perform certification testing of UTP cables (Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a), fiber (multimode and single-mode), and coaxial cables
• Document test results as required
• Label and document network equipment, cable paths, rooms, and cabinets
• Maintain configuration/control records for copper and fiber patch panels and cable locations

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in cabling or network technician work
• Qualified to install, terminate, and conduct certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cable
• Knowledge in the application of the following structured cable standards and codes:
  • ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-B
  • ANSI/TIA/EIA 569
  • ANSI/TIA/EIA 606
  • ANSI/TIA/EIA 607
  • NFPA 70
• Proficient with Fluke DSX-8000 copper/fiber tester
• Proficient with Fluke OFP-100-QI OptiFiber Pro Optical Time Domain Reflectometer
• Writing and speaking clearly and concisely about technical topics
• Active Secret or L security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret or Q security clearance

About IMG

Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for over 35 years.

IMG Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Personal leave plus paid federal holidays
• Professional development and training assistance

IMG is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.