Senior Cable Installation Technician

GLOTECH, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOTECH, Inc. is seeking experienced cabling professionals in Maryland to install, test and document premise cabling networks. The role requires reading drawings, splicing fiber and copper, and ensuring safety and quality across the project team.

Eligible candidates should have at least seven years of copper and fiber cabling experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to travel as needed. This is a talent pipeline opening for ongoing opportunities within a private, minority‑owned IT

Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in the installation of copper and fiber‑optic cable plants.
• Highly proficient in installation and testing of premise cabling, connections, patch cords, patch panels, enclosures/cabinets, cable tray, conduits, and related hardware.
• Proficient in fusion splicing, termination and outside plant installation techniques.
• Understand how to interpret work orders and prints to determine project requirements.
• Proficient in splicing technology such as OTDRs, VFL, OLTS.
• Proficient in termination and testing of fiber‑optic and copper cabling systems.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform the installation, labeling and testing of premise cabling, connections, patch cords, patch panels, equipment enclosures/cabinets, cable tray, PDS conduit and associated hardware.
• Update cable run sheets and other documentation as required.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in reading and interpreting system installation drawings and design packages.
• Promote a safe work environment and implement safe work practices.
• Provide guidance and perform quality assurance checks for subordinate cabling personnel in the installation and testing of fiber‑optic and copper systems and related hardware.

Job description

GLOTECH, Inc., founded in 1995, is a privately and minority‑owned company serving military, federal and commercial clients. We are a successful Information Technology firm with a large staff currently providing superior information technology and advanced engineering services around the world. Our success is built on attracting and retaining quality staff through a highly competitive benefits package with a special focus on continuing career development and corporate financial support. We also maintain a collegial working environment and offer our staff opportunities to improve and enhance their skills.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision care
• Disability insurance (short and long term)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Commuter Transportation and Parking Reimbursement)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Pay
• Educational Assistance, Certification / Training Reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement savings contribution plan with employer match

Responsibilities

• Perform the installation, labeling and testing of premise cabling, connections, patch cords, patch panels, equipment enclosures/cabinets, cable tray, PDS conduit and associated hardware.
• Update cable run sheets and other documentation as required.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in reading and interpreting system installation drawings and design packages.
• Promote a safe work environment and implement safe work practices.
• Provide guidance and perform quality assurance checks for subordinate cabling personnel in the installation of LC, MTRJ, SC and RJ45 connector termination, and testing of fiber‑optic and copper cabling systems, as well as various types of cable tray, PDS, and Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) conduit up to 4 inches. Able to fusion splice fiber optic cable.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to obtain a government security clearance.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet project requirements.
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in the installation of copper and fiber‑optic cable plants.
• Highly proficient in the installation and testing of premise cabling, connections, patch cords, patch panels, equipment enclosures/cabinets, cable tray, PDS conduit, and associated hardware.
• Proficient in fusion splicing, termination and outside plant installation techniques.
• Understand how to interpret work orders and prints to determine project requirements.
• Proficient in the use of splicing technology such as OTDRs, VFL, OLTS.
• Proficient in the proper handling and installation of LC, MTRJ, SC, RJ45 connector terminations and testing of fiber‑optic and copper cabling systems.
• Proficient in the installation of various types of cable tray, PDS, and Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) conduit up to 4 inches.
• Experience with access points, repeaters, data center, computer lab, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP), direct access storage drive, mainframe, open systems and switches/routers.
• Capable of leading and instructing a team of cabling technicians and properly documenting any red‑line changes to drawing packages.
• Effective communicator in coordinating installation work with subordinates and office personnel.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) Technician, BICSI Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) and BICSI Installer 2, Optical Fiber (INSTF) certification are highly desirable.

This is a talent pipeline opening. We are building a network of qualified talent for general consideration of future job openings.

GLOTECH, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.