Cable Technician - Top Secret

About the role

The Cable Technician will install and document new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure, including conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center & buildings within the NCR supported by DISA J6.

Responsibilities

• Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.
• Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Cable Technician with GDIT.
• Install, maintain and repair voice and data communications systems.
• Interpret cabling cutsheets, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Test, locate, install, and repair cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and perform routine maintenance.
• Verify work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
• Verify service by testing installed cabling, identify, correct, or escalate problems.
• Document network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair outages; test network backup procedures; update 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.
• Follow DISA J6 and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks and testing required during installation.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Requirements

• 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 Top Secret security clearance required.
• Familiarity with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
• Effective communication and customer support skills.
• Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
• Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.

Qualifications

• Cat6 Cabling
• Coaxial Cabling
• Inside Plant
• Network Cabling
• Structured Cabling

Skills

• BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)

Benefits

At GDIT, we offer comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, including a 401(k) plan with company match, competitive pay and paid time off, and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. We also provide short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.

Pay

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $34.74 - $47.00. 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.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel

Travel Required: 25-50%

Telecommuting

Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Arlington Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards At GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.

About GDIT

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans