BIM (Alaska) DS Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer to support enterprise network and telecommunications implementation projects. This role involves hands-on installation, deployment, documentation, testing, and support of network infrastructure components while working closely with engineering teams, project managers, customers, and Government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Install and deploy network infrastructure equipment including racks, switches, wireless access points, UPS systems, PDUs, patch panels, and CAT6 cabling.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities, cable management, labeling, equipment activation, and connectivity testing.
• Support implementation of new technologies, infrastructure upgrades, and network modernization efforts.
• Document field findings, installation results, and project activities while identifying issues that could impact schedules or deliverables.
• Conduct equipment assessments and provide technical observations for engineering review.
• Coordinate site access, equipment readiness, and implementation schedules with Government Points of Contact (POCs).
• Affiliate with project status updates, stakeholder communications, and project documentation.
• Participate in quality assurance processes to ensure installations meet established standards and requirements.
• Work collaboratively within implementation teams to complete assigned project objectives.
• Support technical, administrative, and operational activities across multiple projects.

Requirements

• Experience supporting network infrastructure, telecommunications, low-voltage cabling, or technology deployments.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and installation best practices.
• Experience with CAT5e/CAT6 cabling, termination, patching, labeling, and cable management.
• Familiarity with network hardware installations, including switches, patch panels, racks, UPS systems, and wireless access points.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, floor plans, diagrams, and installation instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations as required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting network infrastructure, telecommunications, low-voltage cabling, or technology deployments.
• Knowledge of structured cabling standards and installation best practices.
• Experience with CAT5e/CAT6 cabling, termination, patching, labeling, and cable management.
• Familiarity with network hardware installations, including switches, patch panels, racks, UPS systems, and wireless access points.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, floor plans, diagrams, and installation instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations as required.

Skills

• Structured Cabling (CAT5e/CAT6)
• Rack & Stack Deployments
• Patch Panels & Cable Management
• Wireless Access Points
• UPS & PDU Installation
• Fiber & Copper Infrastructure
• Basic LAN/WAN Networking
• Network Testing & Validation
• Infrastructure Documentation
• Asset & Inventory Management
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.