What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecommunications Technician – Network Cabling position at ActioNet?
ActioNet has an immediate opportunity for a Telecommunications Technician – Network Cabling in Newport, RI. This will require a Top-Secret/SCI Clearance. ActioNet is an IT service provider and solutions integrator headquartered in Vienna, VA that works with the Federal Government and Department of Defense.
Target Start Date: Q1
Primary Responsibilities:
- Install and maintain voice, data, cabling, fiber optic cabling, racks, patch panels, and wireless access points for classified and unclassified networks for data and voice communications.
Required Job Experience:
- Follow directions and diagrams for cabling installations for Category 3/5/5e/6 and fiber optic cabling, termination, and certification tools.
- Install, test, troubleshoot, program, and repair digital switching equipment, consoles, power/ringing relay racks, and related telecommunications systems.
- Analyze system failures and troubleshoot software, hardware, and factors causing issues.
- Prepare work prints and schematics to define network drops and illustrate design layouts.
- Maintain accurate equipment records in a computerized database and use ticketing software.
- Assemble and arrange materials/equipment; interpret and verify service orders, drawings, specifications, and installation instructions.
- Run, pull, stop, and splice copper and fiber optic cables (e.g., CAT5, SE, CAT6); mount telecom equipment following industry standards.
- Arrange routers, hubs, racks, ladders, j-hooks, and switches based on client specifications.
- Install access control systems, surveillance cameras; maintain strong client relations, and provide attentive support.
- Conduct site surveys, select and verify cable pathways, design and implement specifications.
- Oversee third-party cabling projects and maintain all cabling infrastructure documentation.
- Carry out copper installation, testing, and troubleshooting; resolve attendant AV cabling issues, and install IP devices.
- Manage parts, tools, and supplies inventory accurately.
- Experienced in copper and fiber optic cabling systems, closet hardware, connecting blocks, fiber enclosures, and patch panels.
- Comprehensive telecom work, wiring practices, underground work, color code terminations, signal flow, and Ethernet/DSL connections.
- 3-5 years of networking infrastructure experience or Certified in Convergent Network Technologies (CCNT).
- Strong IT infrastructure background with knowledge of networking principles, wiring standards, cable/fiber splicing, termination, and testing.
- Conduit bending, digital multi-meters, and familiarity with EIA, BICSI, NEC, or TIA standards.
- Skilled in reading schematic and line diagrams; must have own telecom tools (snips, punch down, cordless drill, wire strippers, PPE).
Certification (Required if less than 3-5 years network infrastructure experience):
- Certified in Convergent Network Technologies (CCNT).
ActioNet is a CMMI-DEV Level 4, CMMI-SVC Level 4, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, HDI-certified, woman-owned IT Solutions Provider with strong qualifications and expertise in Agile Software Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security and IT Managed Services. With 25 years of stellar past performance, ActioNet is the premier Trusted Innogrator!
Core Capabilities:
- Advanced and Managed IT Services
- Agile Software Development
- DevSecOps
- Cybersecurity
- Health IT
- C4ISR & SIGINT
- Data Center Engineering & Operations
- Engineering & Installation
Why ActioNet?
At ActioNet, our Passion for Quality is at the heart of everything we do:
- Commitment to Employees: We are committed to making ActioNet a great place to work and continue to invest in our ActioNeters.
- Commitment to Customers: We are committed to our customers by driving and sustaining Service Delivery Excellence.
- Commitment to Community: We are committed to giving back to our community, helping others, and making the world a better place for our next generation.
ActioNet is proud to be named a Top Workplace for the eleventh year in a row (2014 - 2024). We have a 98% customer retention rate. We are passionate about the inspirational missions of our customers, and we entrust our employees and teams to deliver exceptional performance to enable the safety, security, health, and well-being of our nation.
What's in It For You?
As an ActioNeter, you get to be part of an exceptional team and a corporate culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy, and a desire to develop your skills, experience, and career. Are you ready to make a difference?
ActioNet is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Full-Time Employees are eligible to participate in our ActioNet’s Benefits Program:
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Education and Professional Training
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Referral and Merit Recognition Programs
- Employee Assistance and Identity Theft Protection
- Paid Holidays: 11 per year
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Disability Insurance
ActioNet is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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