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
Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Cable Technician for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACTSupport will play a crucial role in 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 ETM.
Utilize your knowledge of 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 ETM.
· 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
· 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
· Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies assigned
· Participates in special projects as required
· 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.
Fiber optic splicing both indoor and outdoor cable, tracing of cable and working with large fiber cables
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your Cabling expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cable Engineer must have:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training or work experience.
Qualifications
· 3-5 years of related telecommunications experience.
· Active Secret Clearance
Competencies:
· Must be familiar with BICSI rules, regulations, and standards.
· Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively on various expertise levels. Solid Customer Support Skills in a high visibility environment.
· Problem analysis and problem solving.
· Attention to detail and accuracy.
· In-depth knowledge of TDM networks
· Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors. Computer literate with basic Networking Skills
· Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
· Ability to work with power tools and ladders
· Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors
· Computer literate with basic Networking Skills
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
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
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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