LAN Technician

BlueWater Federal is seeking a talented LAN Technician to support the Department of Energy in Washington, DC.

• Install telecommunication hardware, including copper and fiber cabling. (E.g., Category 5/5e/6, single-mode fiber(OS1, OS2), multi-mode fiber (OM1 – OM5))
• Maintain telecommunications equipment, installs/rearranges/removes equipment and associated wiring
• Read and interpret circuit diagrams and electrical schematics
• Provide after-hour support during possible mandatory overtime, to include some evenings and weekends, works between various sites in Washington, DC and surrounding areas
• Complete service orders as required
• Perform routine maintenance as needed
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues; Test and repair equipment as needed
• Organize, terminate, and test cables or components

• 10 years of overall related experience with Bachelor’s or 14 without Bachelor’s
• 2 years of related telecommunications experience
• 2 years of experience with voice, video, and data cabling circuits/standards: Analog/digital circuits; POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) standards; PRI (Primary Rate Interface) service standards; BRI (Basic Rate Interface) service standards. TIA/EIA 568A/B cabling standards
• 2 years of hands-on experience with the following tools: RJ-45 cable crimper, stripper, and cutter; RG-6 cable crimper (F connectors), stripper, and cutter; Visual fault locator (VFL); Fluke cable tester (copper, fiber); UniCam fiber termination kit; Punch-down tool
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of power tools (i.e. drill, screwdriver, etc.)
• Must have the ability to work on a ladder for extended periods
• Must have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds without assistance
• Must have an active Top-Secret clearance; highly desired is a TS with SSBI within last 2 years or Q clearance or SCI

BlueWater Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.