Network Installer Technician

Planned Systems International, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Network Installer Technician to support the Defense Logistics Agency's telecommunications needs. This role involves installing and maintaining low voltage cabling systems, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have experience with copper and fiber-optic cabling and be skilled in troubleshooting and site surveys. Join a team that values professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have IT-II security clearance or NACLC.
• Ability to generate reports with correct spelling and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain telecommunications infrastructure including cabling.
• Perform site surveys and troubleshoot issues as needed.

Skills

Low Voltage Cabling

Fiber-Optic Cabling

Telecommunications Infrastructure

Troubleshooting

Site Surveys

Safety Training

Education

Advanced Low Voltage Installer Course

Confined Space Certification

OSHA Compliance Training

Tools

Aerial Lift

Fork Lift

Job description

Network Installer Technician

Location

US-VA-Richmond

Job ID

2025-11046

Overview

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company seeking a Network Installer provide the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Enterprise Infrastructure Installation with daily maintenance, repair, new installation, removal, and testing of Telecommunications cabling infrastructure in Richmond, VA.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

Serves as an IT/Telecommunications Installer with a primary focus of Low Voltage ISP twisted -pair copper cabling, fiber-optic cabling (FOC) and associated infrastructure.
• Designs, surveys, installs, removes, terminates, tests, troubleshoots, repairs, inspects and maintains IT and telecommunications infrastructure including but not limited to: twisted-pair copper cabling; fiber-optic cabling (FOC); audio-visual cabling such as display-port and/or HDMI; COAX; multipurpose low voltage cabling and infrastructure; cabinets, racks and shelves; telephony blocks; patch panels; grounding bus bars and circuits; conduit, cable trays and raceways.
• Performs site surveys and gathers required data in approved format as assigned by task.
• Installs IT/Telecommunications equipment and devices as assigned by task.
• Performs patching and cross-connect actions as assigned by task.
• Receive and obtain materials from onsite storage locations, transport and deliver materials to work locations, and return unused materials to storage locations as instructed by task.
• Maintains and organizes telecommunications rooms and facilities and keeps work locations and materials clean and free of obstacles and debris.
• Coordinates and performs trouble-ticket resolution as assigned by task.
• Evaluates, interprets, and delivers as required by task: pre-implementation drawings; redline drawings; as-built drawings; network diagrams; block diagrams; connectivity diagrams.
• Works independently and with others and serves as a team member to accomplish tasks.
• Performs inspections for IT and Telecommunication Systems including, but not limited to cable plant; infrastructure; communications distribution systems.
• Delivers inspection reports as required including, but not limited to discrepancy reports and remediation criteria; status reports; test results; punch lists; redline drawings.
• Delivers Status Reports weekly and trip reports as trips are completed.
• Takes applicable DLA and hosts activity site-specific safety training and obtains relevant certifications.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• Certification/Training Requirements:
  • Confined space certification/training
  • Advanced low voltage or installer course or 10 years credible experience
  • OSHA compliant Aerial Lift and Fork Lift training
  • BICSI Installer 2 Copper, Installer 2 Optical Fiber Certificate
• Must be able to write English effectively, using correct spelling and grammar, to generate reports and documentation (e.g., status, trip, and deficiency reports), as noted in Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities.
• Must possess IT-II security clearance or have a current National Agency Check with Local Agency Check and Credit Check (NACLC).

Physical Demands

• Work Locations include but are not limited to cable vaults, ladders, scissor lifts, building entrance facility, telecommunication facility, telecommunication rooms/closets, central office, administrative office locations, warehouses, outdoor storage areas.
• Work conditions include but are not limited to seasonal conditions typical for work areas located outdoors and indoors with non-climate-controlled facilities, dampness, adverse lighting conditions.
• Work sites may require travel in the same geographic area as base location.Travel over 25 miles may be eligible for DoD reimbursement.
• Personal Protective Equipment is required, as are trade tools and test equipment as required. A work vehicle is required to get to/from work sites and any local travel within the assigned geography for each location.

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail], or by dialing 703-575-8400.