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Information Management Group

Network Cable Technician

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What they do

A Cable Technician or Installer sets up cable equipment and lines for customers and makes repairs as needed.

$72,680 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Requirements Washington, DC Top Secret Polygraph not specified Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) $75,000 - $120,000 Job Description The Network Cable Technician will install, terminate, test, and maintain copper and fiber optic cabling to support data and voice networks. This role involves setting up and organizing network infrastructure, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring accurate documentation of all installations and configurations. Technicians must follow industry standards to deliver reliable and efficient network solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Installation Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (e.g., LAN/SAN, servers, storage, UPS) as directed Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable trays Install cable trays, J-hooks, raised floor cable trays, and related accessories Install intra-building backbone cabling Install horizontal cabling Install work area outlets, faceplates, jacks, and patch cables Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling Organize, form, and dress cables Termination Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cables on patch panels and modular plugs Terminate 62.5-micron multimode, 50-micron multimode, and single-mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors (anaerobic adhesive system or Corning UniCam system) Troubleshooting & Maintenance Diagnose and correct copper and fiber optic cable issues Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed Complete work orders and network trouble tickets Groom network enclosures and equipment as directed Inventory material as directed Documentation & Testing Perform certification testing of UTP cables (Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a), fiber (multimode and single-mode), and coaxial cables Document test results as required Label and document network equipment, cable paths, rooms, and cabinets Maintain configuration/control records for copper and fiber patch panels and cable locations
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in cabling or network technician work Qualified to install, terminate, and conduct certification testing of Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, multimode and single-mode fiber cable Knowledge in the application of the following structured cable standards and codes:
ANSI/TIA/EIA 568-B ANSI/TIA/EIA 569 ANSI/TIA/EIA 606 ANSI/TIA/EIA 607 NFPA 70
Proficient with Fluke
DSX-8000
copper/fiber tester Proficient with Fluke
OFP-100-QI
OptiFiber Pro Optical Time Domain Reflectometer Active Top Secret or Q security clearance Writing and speaking clearly and concisely about technical topics group id: 10119051 Log in to view the job poster Apply now