Cabling Technician
ThinkTek•Washington, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
ThinkTek LLC is seeking Cabling Installers to support a Department of War client at the Pentagon in the National Capital Region. The role supports a wireless network lifecycle replacement effort through structured copper cabling and wireless access point installation. Work includes cable pulls, terminations, and testing under the direction of the crew lead.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Active Top Secret security clearance.
- BICSI Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) certification.
- 2 to 3 years of structured copper cabling experience.
- Proficiency in Category 6 cable pulling, termination, and testing to ANSI/TIA-568 standards.
- Ability to read cabling plans and follow installation drawings.
- Ability to perform physical installation work, including working on ladders and lifts and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working within the Pentagon and familiarity with its telecommunications infrastructure.
- Experience installing in SCIF or other classified spaces, including familiarity with TEMPEST, ICD 705, and Red/Black separation requirements.
- Additional BICSI credentials.
- OSHA 10 or 30, lift, or fall-protection certifications.
- Experience with cable certification test equipment, such as Fluke DSX.
Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, label, and test Category 6 copper cabling for wireless access point installations.
- Pull cable through pathways, telecommunications rooms, and ceiling spaces according to approved plans.
- Test and troubleshoot copper cabling to ANSI/TIA-568 standards using industry-standard test equipment.
- Install and mount access points and verify connectivity between the cabling and each access point.
- Remove legacy access points, cabling, and mounting hardware, and assist with site restoration, including fire-stop and ceiling-tile replacement.
- Support inventory and accountability of new and removed components.
- Maintain accurate labeling and support updates to cabling documentation.
- Follow quality control and safety practices, as well as applicable codes and standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for full-time employees.
- PTO and a variety of other paid leave options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
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