Telecommunications Infrastructure Technician III (Telecommunications Engineering Tech, III)
About the role
The MIL Corporation is looking for a Telecommunications Infrastructure Technician III (Telecommunications Engineering Tech, III) to support the installation of Inside Plant (ISP) cabling and related cabling infrastructure for a Federal Government client at Camp H.M. Smith in Aiea, HI. Preferred candidates reside in or near the Lexington Park, MD area, though candidates located elsewhere will also be considered. U.S. citizenship is required.
Schedule
This position currently requires an on-site schedule of 4 twelve-hour days (4-12’s) per week. Schedule is subject to change based on company/contract requirements.
Travel
This position requires extensive travel, with approximately 90% travel to Hawaii. Candidates must be willing and able to travel to Hawaii for extended assignments of up to 9 consecutive weeks at a time.
Responsibilities
- Act as a technical lead for a team of three Telecommunications Technician I and II personnel, offering direction, knowledge sharing, and hands-on support in coordination with Project Managers and Engineers.
- Interpret engineering packages and support job site coordination for materials, tools, and work crews.
- Interface with the end customer, attend project meetings, and submit daily or weekly status reports as applicable.
- Work within ISP installation crews to perform infrastructure installation, demolition, and updating.
- Assist with pre-installation testing of materials.
- Perform efforts within confined spaces as necessary.
- Maintain responsibility for quality of effort and safety of personnel.
- Maintain proficiency working with copper.
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years’ experience working ISP and/or OSP cabling and cabling infrastructure.
- Demonstrable understanding of TIA/EIA, BICSI, IEEE, or related standards as they apply to the installation of OSI Layer 1 infrastructure.
- Ability to interpret engineering packages.
- Experience working in inside and outside cable plant environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and organization skills.
- Ability to interface professionally with individuals at all levels and communicate effectively with project staff and other team members.
- Ability to perform necessary activities required for ISP installation and related actions.
- Must be able to lift items up to National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) limits.
- Must be able to stand, kneel, and/or crouch for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.
- Must be able to work in high places, as well as small, cramped, or confined spaces.
- Must be able to work in hot humid places, as well as cold places.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with testing fiber and/or copper.
- Experience working in data centers and server farms.
- Current Top Secret / SCI clearance.
- Current BICSI Installer Certification and continued certification/training.
- Fiber and copper certifications.
- Associate’s degree in a related technical area.
Education
A high school diploma or equivalent (HS/GED) is required.
Clearance
All applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; the clearance process considers financial background aspects.
Compensation
This is an SCA (Service Contract Act) role subject to U.S. Department of Labor regulations, prevailing wage determinations, and benefit requirements. The current hourly rate range is $28.79 – $33.11 per hour. Final salary is determined based on individual qualifications, education, experience, and contractual limitations.
About the company
The MIL Corporation (MIL) delivers world-class solutions in cyber, engineering, financial management, and information technology. The company emphasizes a collaborative, people-first culture and has received numerous workplace awards, including:
- 2021–2024 Top Workplaces USA award (Energage)
- 2017–2025 Top Workplaces Award, Greater Washington Area (The Washington Post)
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