Top Secret Cabling Technician - Wireless Network Install

Thinktekllc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and paid leave

Career development resources

Job summary

ThinkTek LLC in the National Capital Region is seeking a Jr Cabling Technician to support a Department of War initiative. You will install and test Category 6 copper cabling and add access points, under supervision, to ensure wireless connectivity.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance, BICSI INSTC, 1–3 years of cabling experience, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Emphasis on safety, documentation, and quality in a sensitive government setting.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• BICSI Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) certification.
• 1–3 years of structured copper cabling experience.
• Proficiency with CAT6 cable pulling, termination, and testing to ANSI/TIA-568 standards.
• Ability to read cabling plans and installation drawings.
• Able to perform physical work including ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and test CAT6 copper cabling for APs.
• Pull cables through pathways, telecom rooms, and ceiling spaces per plans.
• Test and troubleshoot copper cabling to ANSI/TIA-568 using test equipment.
• Install and mount access points and verify connectivity.
• Remove legacy cabling and support site restoration including fire-stop and ceiling tile replacement.
• Maintain labeling and cabling documentation updates.
• Support inventory and updates to cabling records.
• Follow quality control, safety practices, and applicable codes and standards.

Skills

Security clearance

Cabling experience

Plan reading

Tools

BICSI Installer 2, Copper (INSTC)

Fluke DSX test equipment

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job description

ThinkTek LLC in the National Capital Region is seeking a Jr Cabling Technician to support a Department of War initiative. You will install and test Category 6 copper cabling and add access points, under supervision, to ensure wireless connectivity.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance, BICSI INSTC, 1–3 years of cabling experience, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Emphasis on safety, documentation, and quality in a sensitive government setting.