Network Cable Technician

Opportunity
As a trusted federal contractor, IMG delivers mission-focused solutions that support government customers and the people who serve them. We are currently hiring a Network Cable Technician who will support our team at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting network cabling infrastructure, including both copper and fiber optic systems. They may also support cable pulling, terminations, testing, and documenting cable runs for the Naval Nuclear Laboratory mission.



Key Responsibilities

Install equipment enclosures, patch panels, and equipment (network - LAN/SAN, server, storage, UPS, etc.) as directed
Install grounding cables for equipment enclosures, equipment, and cable tray
Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories
Install intra-building backbone cabling
Install cable trays, J Hooks, and cable tray accessories
Install horizontal cable
Install work area outlets, faceplates, jacks, and patch cables
Remove kick-plates and pedestals on cubicles to install network cabling
Terminate Category 3, 5e, 6, and 6a UTP cable on patch panels and modular plugs
Terminate 62.5-micron multimode fiber, 50-micron multimode fiber, and single mode fiber using ST, SC, and LC connectors using the anaerobic adhesive system and Corning UniCam system
Diagnose and correct copper cable and fiber optic cable problems
Replace failed equipment and install new equipment as directed
Complete network trouble tickets as directed, document test results as needed
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
Qualifications
​​5+ years’ 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
​Writing and speaking clearly and concisely about technical topics​
​Active Secret or L security clearance


Preferred Qualifications

Active Top Secret or Q security clearance