Network Installation/Cable Technician

CACI International; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to supporting critical missions through innovative technology solutions. As a Cable Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the integrity of communication systems by installing and maintaining cabling infrastructure. This position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while collaborating with a team that values integrity and continuous growth. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, the organization provides a flexible work environment and comprehensive benefits, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.

Benefits

Flexible time off

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in cable installation and maintenance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on overhead cabling.
• Current IAT II certification required.

Responsibilities

• Install and document new Inside Plant cable infrastructure.
• Analyze and maintain telecommunications and network cabling.
• Dress, terminate, and test cables and components.

Skills

Installation of Inside Plant cable infrastructure

Knowledge of BISCI, EIA/TIA standards

Telecommunications and network cabling maintenance

Copper and Fiber Optic cabling

Basic networking skills

Computer literacy (Excel, Word)

Education

High School/GED

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Network cabling test equipment

Power tools

Fiber OTDRs

Job description

Network Installation/Cable Technician

Job Category: Service Contract Act Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel: None * * *

The Enterprise Communications Services 3 (ECS3) program supports our intel customer across its CONUS & OCONUS operating locations. Our focus includes the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, activities associated with customer local area networks (LANs) and unified communication (UC) services.

Our mission on this program will be the design, transition, operations, and continual service improvement to include tech modernization, tech refresh, or Capital Equipment Replacement Program (CERP) activities associated with the clients’ LANs, CAN and Unified Communication services. Become a part of our great team and make a difference!

More about this role:

As a Cable technician , you will support the NOC and Operational staff in br e ak fix tickets and building our Access and distribution cabling to support technology insertions .

What will you do:

• Installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include: conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the client buildings

• Must follow DIA and commercial best practice procedures (BISCI, EIA/TIA) standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.

• Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.

• Must know standard copper 568‐B Color code, 25 pair color code, as well as the Fiber 12 strand Color Code

• Responsible for tasks assigned in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure. This includes Copper terminations on Patch Panels, Modular Plugs, Jacks as well as Fiber Splicing/Terminating single and multiple strand fiber optic cables.

• Dress, terminate and test cables and components, a bility to work with h and t ools, to include power tools, Powder Actuated Tools, and ladders.

• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors, Computer literate.

• Basic networking skills.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs voice and data communications cabling systems.

• Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, floor plans and networking logic diagrams.

• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.

• Use Excel and Microsoft Word, input data into databases and create and maintain cable records as jobs proceed and formalize at completion.

• Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems .

• Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, F iber OTDRs and fiber power meters. This includes setting up fiber testers with the appropriate test ends.

• Additionally, the Technician is responsible for recording testing information.

• Read network d ocuments and label networking equipment and cables according to diagrams ; create as is diagrams of cable efforts according to customer requirements.

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

• Participates in special projects as required.

• Identify, track, and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining. safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

• High School/GED + 4 Yrs , or Associates + 2 Yrs , or Bachelors + 1 Yrs

• You must have the ability to walk long distances for long periods of time, lift material up to 50 pounds, load equipment onto carts or shelves, move equipment to work locations, unloading equipment, mounting of equipment into racks and trash removal, ability to climb ladders and work on overhead cabling.

DOD 8570 Certification Required:

• Current IAT II (Security +, for example)

Clearance Requirement:

• Minimum TS/SCI with polygraph

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range:

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Req uired Hourly Wage:

$37.49

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to supportand protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.