Outside Plant Technician (OSP) - Active Secret Clearance with Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cable systems.
• Perform aerial and underground outside plant construction support.
• Read and interpret blueprints, splice diagrams, work prints, maps, and job specifications.
• Install and maintain handholes, pedestals, cabinets, terminals, closures, and related OSP equipment.
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR, power meters, light sources, and related test equipment.
• Identify and resolve service issues, cable faults, signal loss, and damaged infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, test results, redlines, materials used, and field changes.
• Operate and maintain basic telecom tools, hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Follow safety standards, traffic control procedures, OSHA requirements, and company policies.
• Cover emergencies and support restoration work as needed, including after-hours or weekend response.
• Ensure all work areas are left clean, safe, and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Active unexpired certification as per DoD 8570.01-M guidelines is required i.e. ONE of the following is required: CompTIA Security+CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP) at time of hire or within 60 days of hire date.
• Previous experience in outside plant telecommunications, fiber optics, utility construction, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of fiber optic cable installation, splicing, termination, and testing.
• Familiarity with aerial, buried, and underground telecom infrastructure.
• Ability to use OTDRs, power meters, fusion splicers, and basic telecom testing tools.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform physical labor outdoors.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Fiber optic certification such as FOA CFOT or equivalent.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Bucket truck, ladder safety, or confined space training.
• Experience with utility locating, cable blowing, directional boring support, or aerial strand work.
• Experience working with telecom providers, government contracts, or commercial network projects.

Benefits

$5.55 per hour additional vacation, holiday and sick leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.