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.
Cable Technician
Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Cable Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Cable Technician joining 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 permitted and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.
How a Cable Technician will make an impact:
The Cable Technician is 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.
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.
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.
Must follow JSP and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
Participates in special projects as required.
What you’ll need to succeed (Required):
Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience required. An additional 2 years of related technical experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
Active Secret security clearance required. TS/SCI Preferred.
Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels, possess robust customer support skills in a high visibility environment, and maintain a high attention to detail and accuracy.
In-depth knowledge of TDM networks.
Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
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
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