Cable Technician

Akima, LLC•Herndon, VA

3d•Remote

About The Position

AST is seeking an experienced Cable Technician to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber-optic and Ethernet cabling; install network equipment; and support wireless systems. The successful candidate will have at least five years of relevant cabling experience, familiarity with Ekahau AI Pro, and the ability to perform Wi-Fi surveys and heat mapping. This position requires approximately 75% travel and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience installing and terminating fiber-optic and Ethernet cabling, including Cat5/Cat6.
Experience testing and troubleshooting cabling and documenting installation results.
Experience installing racks, patch panels, switches, servers, and workstations.
Familiarity with Ekahau AI Pro and demonstrated ability to perform Wi-Fi surveys and heat mapping.
Familiarity with installing and configuring Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or comparable Wi-Fi access points.
Proficiency in Wi-Fi installation requirements and in reading technical drawings and reviewing building plans for cabling and security setup accuracy.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint or similar collaboration tools.
Valid U.S. driver’s license, with the ability to drive within the assigned state and between project locations.
Willingness and ability to meet the approximately 75% travel requirement.

Responsibilities

Install, route, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot fiber-optic and Cat5/Cat6 Ethernet cabling.
Install and organize patch panels, racks, cabinets, cable pathways, and associated infrastructure.
Perform rack-and-stack installation of switches, servers, patch panels, and related equipment, including workstation installation and connectivity.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot Wi-Fi access points, including Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or comparable products.
Conduct Wi-Fi site surveys and generate heat maps using Ekahau AI Pro to evaluate coverage, signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps.
Read and interpret technical drawings, network diagrams, and building plans; review them for accuracy and verify that cabling and security installations align with approved designs.
Conduct onsite inspections to assess installation readiness, identify deficiencies, and coordinate scheduling of testing services.
Attend security and project coordination meetings and provide technical expertise regarding cabling, installation, and Wi-Fi configuration.
Create and maintain installation records, cable test results, survey reports, equipment inventories, and updated drawings.
Use Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint or similar collaboration tools to prepare documentation and coordinate work.
Travel to project locations and drive between work sites as required.