Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None
Suitability:
Public Trust/Other Required:
Other
Job Family:
Telecommunications
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Fiber Optic Cabling, Local Area Network (LAN), Video Teleconferencing (VTC), Voice over IP (VoIP)
Certifications:
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
We are GDIT, one of the largest IT and mission services providers to the government. We offer our customers the power of choice through a vast cloud ecosystem.
GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your passion for accelerating the cloud. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping to ensure our mission is never interrupted. Our work depends on a Cable Engineer joining our team to support the Department of Energy activities in the DC Metro Area.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Land Technician /Cable Engineer supporting the Department of Energy, you will be trusted to work on the Cable Plant and be responsible for 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 this role, a typical day will include:
- Collaborating with Department of Energy to Analyze, administer, and maintain telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
- Our Cable Technician is 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.
- Dress, terminate and test cables and components, Ability to work with power tools and ladders
- Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors. Computer literate with basic Networking Skills
- 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
- Well versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs and fiber power meters.
- 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 as 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.
- Ability to work with power tools and ladders
- Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors
- Computer literate with basic Networking Skills
- Your success will be measured through successful delivery of cable infrastructure and related projects
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- 3-5 years of related telecommunications experience.
- Strong customer service experience is highly preferred
Technical skills
- Must be familiar with TIA/EIA and BICSI rules, regulations, and standards in reference to cable infrastructure.
- Candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively to personnel of various expertise levels. Solid Customer Support Skills in a high visibility environment. Problem analysis and problem solving. Attention to detail and accuracy.
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $32.08 - $43.40. 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.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
8
Travel Required:
25-50%
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA DC Washington
Additional Work Locations:
USA MD Germantown
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. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
