Desktop Deployment Laborer - TS Clearance

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

4d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Desktop Deployment Laborer will be a motivated, hands-on entry-level laborer to assist with the physical installation, cabling, and setup of desktop devices, network hardware, and Information Technology (IT) equipment. This position focuses strictly on the physical labor, basic installation tasks, and structured cabling under the direct guidance of senior technicians. The role does not involve network administration, cybersecurity compliance, or software configuration. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a holding company with multiple subsidiaries serving various sectors for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of CNI's profits supports Chickasaw citizens, contributing to the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
Must possess standard technician hand tools (screwdrivers, cable strippers, pliers) to accomplish all installation related tasks relevant to desktop deployment.
Ability to drive to local client sites within a 50-mile radius of the home station.
A strong desire to learn physical IT installation techniques and follow instructions closely.
Associates' degree in Computer Science and a minimum of 6 months of relevant experience in Information Technology installation tasks, or equivalent combination of education/experience.
Basic knowledge of computer hardware, Ethernet connections, and common hand tools.
Familiarity with routing, pulling, and labeling structured cables (Cat6).

Nice To Haves

Experience in Government contracting preferred.

Responsibilities

Installs desktop deployment products and peripheral devices according to Installation Design Plan (IDP) under the close supervision of an Information Systems or Desktop Deployment technician.
Ensures quality installation tasks throughout work performance.
Unbox, position, and physically mount desktop computers (thick and thin clients), monitors, and basic IT gear.
Connect clients, peripherals, and IT equipment assigned to the desk where work is performed.
Installation of docking stations, Keyboard, Video, Mouse (KVM) switches, display adaptors, and high-speed connectivity cables.
Installation and securing of Biometric peripherals, dual-monitor arrays, brackets, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) network-connected desktop phones, Audio/Visual (A/V) soundbars, webcams, and workstation peripherals.
Recording serial numbers for installed products in a timely manner.
Assemble IT racks and assist with mounting servers and switches into designated spaces.
Securely install basic AV equipment, including mounting screens, speakers, and video teleconferencing (VTC) hardware.
Assist with logistics operations within the warehouse to support desktop deployment installation tasks when required.
Performing trash removal of donnage and packing materials to keep the work area free and clear of debris.
Pull, route, and neatly organize (dress) copper and fiber optic cables through trays, cable management pathways, and under floors.
Customizing cable dressing or looming desk cables with material onsite and routing cables through cable routing protective coverings.
Ensuring desk cables are completely hidden and safe from tripping hazards.
Ensuring under-desk cable trays or J-channels are mounted beneath desks to route and hide power bricks and peripheral cords.
Terminate basic network cables and apply clear, accurate labels to all cables and ports as required.
Install rack power strips (PDUs), route power cables, and assist with basic grounding tasks.
Assist with physical lab organization, including moving floor tiles and installing grommets.
Keep a clean, safe workspace and help maintain an accurate physical inventory of tools and equipment.
Perform basic power-on self-tests (POST) to verify that installed equipment physically turns on.