Outside Plant Technician (OSP) (Active Secret Clearance) ($1k Si with Security Clearance

Akima Infrastructure Services; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and other voluntary benefits

Paid vacation/holidays/sick leave per

Job summary

Five Rivers Analytics seeks an Outside Plant Technician to install, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper systems in Fort Irwin, CA. You will support aerial and underground construction, read blueprints, and operate OTDRs and fusion splicers to ensure reliable network performance.

Qualified applicants have a DoD secret clearance, a high school diploma, and relevant DoD 8570.01-M certification. This on-site role offers competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits, with travel to

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required at time of hire or within 60 days.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• DoD 8570.01-M certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP) is required or must be obtained within 60 days.
• Experience in outside plant telecommunications, fiber optics, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper systems.
• Support aerial and underground outside plant construction activities.
• Read blueprints, splice diagrams, work prints, maps, and job specs.
• Install and maintain OSP handholes, pedestals, cabinets, terminals, and closures.
• Perform fiber testing using OTDRs, meters, light sources, and related equipment.
• Identify and resolve service issues, cable faults, and signal loss.
• Keep detailed records of work, test results, materials, and field changes.
• Operate basic telecom tools and testing equipment and comply with safety standards.

Skills

OTDR testing

Fiber testing

Cable installation

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma/GED

DoD 8570.01-M certification (e.g. Security+ / CCNA Security / CySA+ / GICSP / GSEC / SSCP)

Tools

OTDRs

Power meters

Fusion splicers

Job description

Company Description

Five Rivers Analytics is looking for an Outside Plant Technician to work in Fort Irwin, CA. The OSP Telecom Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing outside plant telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and copper cable systems. This role supports aerial, underground, and buried network construction activities while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications, customer standards, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cable systems.
• Perform aerial and underground outside plant construction support.
• Read and interpret blueprints, splice diagrams, work prints, maps, and job specifications.
• Install and maintain handholes, pedestals, cabinets, terminals, closures, and related OSP equipment.
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR, power meters, light sources, and related test equipment.
• Identify and resolve service issues, cable faults, signal loss, and damaged infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, test results, redlines, materials used, and field changes.
• Operate and maintain basic telecom tools, hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Follow safety standards, traffic control procedures, OSHA requirements, and company policies.
• Coordinate with supervisors, project managers, customers, inspectors, and other field crews.
• Support emergency restoration work as needed, including after-hours or weekend response.
• Ensure all work areas are left clean, safe, and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Active unexpired certification as per DoD 8570.01-M guidelines is required i.e. ONE of the following is required: CompTIA Security+CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP) at time of hire or within 60 days of hire date.
• Previous experience in outside plant telecommunications, fiber optics, utility construction, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of fiber optic cable installation, splicing, termination, and testing.
• Ability to read construction drawings, cable records, and network diagrams.
• Familiarity with aerial, buried, and underground telecom infrastructure.
• Ability to use OTDRs, power meters, fusion splicers, and basic telecom testing tools.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform physical labor outdoors.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and travel to job sites as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Fiber optic certification such as FOA CFOT or equivalent.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Bucket truck, ladder safety, or confined space training.
• Experience with utility locating, cable blowing, directional boring support, or aerial strand work.
• Experience working with telecom providers, government contracts, or commercial network projects.

Job Details

• Job ID 2026-26221
• Work Type On-Site
• Pay Range $38.00 - $40.87 per hour
• Health & Welfare $5.09 per hour
• Benefits SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.