Lead Cable Technician

TEKsystems•Hanover, MD

2d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a leading employee-owned engineering and telecommunications services provider with more than 50 years of industry experience. Their telecommunications division delivers full turnkey solutions for a variety of major clients and includes both wireline and wireless operations throughout the DMV region. The wireline team supports extensive ISP and structured cabling projects within healthcare environments. They are seeking an experienced and professional Cable Technician to support healthcare facilities in the Washington, DC area. This individual will serve as the primary resource responsible for performing MAC (Moves, Adds, and Changes) work related to telecommunications infrastructure and devices. The technician will work closely with a Project Manager and receive work tickets for a variety of tasks, including: Telecommunications closet build-outs Rack-and-stack installation of equipment Structured cabling installation Cable terminations and testing General network infrastructure support Most projects involve Cat6 cabling, so candidates must have hands-on experience with cable installation, termination, and certification testing using Fluke equipment. Experience with fiber optic cabling and structured cabling manufacturer solutions is a plus. Because this role is based in healthcare facilities, candidates must be highly professional, customer-facing, and comfortable interacting with clinical staff and other stakeholders. Experience working in healthcare environments is required, including familiarity with infection control procedures and standards.

Requirements

5+ years of structured cabling experience, including installation, termination, and testing of Cat6 cabling
Healthcare telecommunications experience, including familiarity with healthcare facility standards and infection control requirements.
Strong professionalism and customer-facing skills
Experience leading small crews or directing helpers on project execution.
Experience working in healthcare environments
Familiarity with infection control procedures and standards.

Nice To Haves

Fiber optic experience is a plus
Experience with fiber optic cabling
Experience with structured cabling manufacturer solutions
Team-oriented mindset
Leadership experience
Self-motivated and accountable
Strong customer service skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

Performing MAC (Moves, Adds, and Changes) work related to telecommunications infrastructure and devices.
Telecommunications closet build-outs
Rack-and-stack installation of equipment
Structured cabling installation
Cable terminations and testing
General network infrastructure support