Network (Cable) Technician with Top Secret Clearance

Davita Inc.; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Network Technician with Top Secret Clearance in West Mifflin, PA. The role involves installing and troubleshooting network equipment and cabling systems, requiring extensive experience in certifications and installations. Candidates with a commitment to industry standards and best practices are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short term and long term disability insurance

401(k) with generous company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Personal leave plus paid federal holidays

Professional development and training assistance

Qualifications

• DOD Secret clearance required.
• Proficient with fiber and UTP cable installation, termination, and testing.
• Able to troubleshoot physical network issues.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate UTP and fiber cables as directed.
• Diagnose and correct copper and fiber optic cable problems.
• Perform certification testing of various cables.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Installation of UTP and fiber cables

Knowledge of structured cabling standards

Education

Minimum of five years' experience in network technician work

Tools

Fluke DSX-8000

Fluke OFP-100-QI

Job description

Network (Cable) Technician with Top Secret Clearance

Job Locations

US-PA-West Mifflin

Job ID

2025-5832

# of Openings

3

Category

Technical Services & Operations

Opportunity

1. Equipment Rooms/Telecommunications Rooms/Network Enclosures/Data Center
a. Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (network - LAN/SAN, server, storage, UPS, etc.) as directed.
b. Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable tray.
c. Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories.
2. Backbone Cabling
a. Install intra-building backbone cabling.
3. Horizontal Cabling
a. Install cable trays, J Hooks, and cable tray accessories.
b. Install horizontal cable.
c. Organize, form, and dress cable.
4. Work Area Outlets
a. Install work area outlets, face-plates, jacks, and patch cables.
b. Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling.
5.Terminations
a. Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable on patch panels and modular plugs.
b. 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.
6. Operations/Troubleshooting
a. Complete work orders as directed..
b. Diagnose and correct copper cable and fiber optic cable problems.
c. Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed.
d. Groom network enclosures and equipment as directed.
7.Testing
a. Perform certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cables (ST, SC, and LC), and coaxial cables.
8. Administrative Tasks
a. Complete network trouble tickets as directed.
b. Document test results as directed.
c. Inventory material as directed.

d. Document configuration/control of copper and fiber patch panels. and physical locations of copper and fiber optic cables as directed.
e. Label and document network equipment, cable paths, network rooms and cabinets as directed.

Qualifications

Clearance Required:

DOD Secret or "L" clearance required.

Education/Experience:

1. Minimum of five years' experience in network technician work.

2. Qualified in the installation, termination, and certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cable (ST, SC, and LC), and coaxial cables.
3. Proficient with Fluke DSX-8000 copper/fiber tester and Fluke OFP-100-QI OptiFiber Pro Optical Time Domain Reflectometer.
4. Capable of properly troubleshooting the physical network.
5. Remain current on industry and manufacturer best practices, standards, and codes.
6. Knowledgeable in the application of the following structured cable standards and codes:
a.ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-B
b.ANSI/TIA/EIA 569
c.ANSI/TIA/EIA 606
d.ANSI/TIA/EIA 607
e.NFPA 70

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
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and 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.