Cable Installation Technician Senior

Professional Solutions Delivered•Kittery, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Professional Solutions Delivered, LLC (ProSoDel) is seeking a senior cable technician to support the U.S. Navy at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. The role performs on-site Cat6/6A installation and related structured cabling work for copper and fiber-optic systems. The technician builds telecommunications rooms and cable pathways, installs and tests cabling, troubleshoots connectivity issues, and coordinates work with the Project Manager. The position also includes supervising and assigning tasks, reviewing work for quality and safety, completing basic paperwork, maintaining company assets and a professional appearance, and loading and unloading supplies and equipment. The role requires physically strenuous work in industrial and military environments, including prolonged standing, work at heights, ladder and scaffold use, and lifting equipment weighing up to 75 pounds regularly. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, pass required background investigation and drug screening, and be eligible for a T-3 Secret DoD security clearance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least eight years of experience in a related field, such as low-voltage installation, structured cabling, network cable installation, or telecom installation.
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations, including NEC, NFPA 70e, OSHA, EIA, and TIA.
Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
Proficiency with power and hand tools.
Ability to interact effectively with and support customers and employees.
Ability to resolve problems and conflicts diplomatically and tactfully.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to pass a background investigation, at minimum T-1/NACI, before employment and beginning work.
Eligibility for a T-3 Secret DoD security clearance.
Successful completion of background investigation and drug screening in accordance with applicable laws.
Ability to pass initial and subsequent drug screenings as required for operating heavy machinery.
Ability to perform strenuous manual work and work in temperatures below 32°F and above 90°F.
Ability to maintain physical stamina and a proper mental attitude under pressure in a fast-paced military environment.
Ability to talk and hear in an industrial environment with ambient noise up to approximately 80 dB; candidates using hearing aids must demonstrate the ability to hear and communicate clearly in this environment.
Ability to stand, walk, and move through interior and exterior areas, tight spaces, and areas up to 30 feet above ground without creating a trip hazard.
Ability to stand for long periods of 8 or more hours daily and frequently work on ladders and scaffolds.
Ability to tolerate heights and work on lifts and ladders reaching 40–60 feet above ground, as well as on light poles and rooftops.
Ability to fit properly into required safety harnesses for tethering to rooftop or lift anchor points.
Ability to regularly lift and carry tools, ladders, drawings, and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds; crouch, kneel, and work with tools and machinery.
Ability to wear required safety equipment, such as a hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, steel-toe shoes, and safety harness.

Nice To Haves

Industry-related certifications or experience, such as OSHA 10/30, BICSI, or Aerial Lift Certification.
Previous military service experience.

Responsibilities

Install end-to-end structured cabling, primarily copper Cat6/6A and also single-mode and multimode fiber-optic systems.
Build out telecommunications rooms, including installing racks, cabinets, cable trays, and MDF/IDF components.
Plan and install cable pathways, including J-hooks, conduit, and sleeve penetrations.
Test and certify cabling using Fluke or similar testers, including Tier 1/Tier 2 fiber certification.
Troubleshoot and resolve cable connectivity issues.
Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner and follow basic wiring diagrams and installation instructions.
Use and care for company assets appropriately.
Complete and submit timecards, material forms, and other basic paperwork in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance and wear the company uniform during project-related duties unless directed otherwise by a superior.
Load and unload daily supplies and equipment onto and off company vehicles.
Coordinate with the Project Manager, supervise and assign tasks, and review work for quality and safety.
Perform related work as assigned.