Cable Technician | Secret clearance

Clearance Level
Secret
Category
Telecommunications
Location
Arlington, Virginia
(Onsite Workplace)
Key Skills For Success

Cat6 Cabling

Coaxial Cabling

Network Cabling

Structured Cabling

REQ#: RQ195622
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

GDIT is seeking a Cable Technician to join our Joint Service Provider Enterprise Transport Management - Next Gen (JSP ETM - NG) program at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not allowed and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

HOW A CABLE TECHNICIAN WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

  • Responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by JSP. 

  • Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.

  • Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.

  • Responsible for tasks assigned by Coordinators in connection with service orders and repair activities related to Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure.

  • In-depth knowledge of TDM networks

  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components, Ability to work with power tools and ladders

  • Installs, maintains and repairs voice and data communications systems

  • Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics

  • Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance

  • Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information

  • Verifies service by testing installed cabling; identifying, correcting, or escalating problems

  • Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.

  • Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications

  • Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation

  • Identify, track and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards

  • Dress, terminate and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED - REQUIRED:

  • Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance

  • Education: Associate's Degree, OR equivalent experience in lieu of degree

  • Experience: 3+ years of related telecommunications experience.

  • Technical Skills: Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.

  • Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels; Solid Customer Support Skills in a high visibility environment; Problem analysis and problem solving; Attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to work with power tools and ladders

  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors

  • Computer literate with basic Networking Skills

  • Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned

  • Participates in special projects as required

  • Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.

  • Location: Onsite at the Pentagon - Arlington VA

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

  • Skills and Abilities: Strong customer service experience is highly preferred

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

  • 401K with company match

  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages

  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements
Years of Experience

3 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $33.30 - $40.95. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
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About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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