IT Specialist - Senior Telecommunications Cabling Technician - Washington, DC

About the position

A Voice and Data Structured Cable Technician will install with direct supervision: cable pathway systems, fire stop systems, various electronic components, and various cable that includes but is not limited to: twisted pair cable, coax, fiber optic & low voltage cable. Cable installation includes: placement, termination, testing, labeling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plans network installations by using work orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools, assessing installation site.
• Establishes voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing copper and fiber optic cables.
• Mounts telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm systems; installation of racks and cabinets all while following industry standards, best practices and manufacturer requirements.
• Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks or D-rings) by using power or manual fasteners, drills or other power equipment.
• Install or maintain existing fire stopping systems in conduits, trays, wall/ceiling/floor penetrations.
• Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
• Maintains customer rapport by listening to and resolving concerns; answering questions.
• Maintains safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal requirements.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Requirements

• Must Possess an Active Top Secret Clearance.
• Must have knowledge of basic computer skills and be able to demonstrate good writing skills.
• Must be knowledgeable in codes, industry standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook a plus.
• Must work well with little supervision individually and in a team environment.
• Candidate may be required to have secret or top secret clearance.
• Candidate will possess two (2) or more of the following: Recent, verifiable equivalent experience in the work described above (within 3 years), Verifiable military training on cabling design and/or installation (within 2 years), Valid manufacturer training certificate for the product being installed.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Network Cable Installer (CNCI) - Copper or Fiber
• BICSI Installer 1 or 2 (Copper or Fiber)
• BICSI Technician (Counts as 2 of the requirements)
• BICSI RCDD