Cabling Technician
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 by installing structured copper cabling and wireless access points, including cable pulls, terminations, and testing under the direction of the crew lead. The position involves installing, labeling, testing, and troubleshooting Category 6 copper cabling; mounting access points and verifying connectivity; removing legacy equipment; supporting site restoration; tracking components; and maintaining cabling documentation. Work must follow approved plans, applicable standards and codes, quality-control procedures, and safety practices. The anticipated annual salary range is $85,030–$95,020; actual compensation may vary based on the factors described in the posting.
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 within 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 installation.
- Pull cable through pathways, telecommunications rooms, and ceiling spaces in accordance with 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 copper cabling and each access point.
- Remove legacy access points, cabling, and mounting hardware, and support 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
Education Level
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