Lead Cabling Technician

ThinkTek LLC is a fast-growing Certified SBA 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in management and technology consulting for Federal Government modernization. We provide tailored solutions in Program & Project Management, Strategic Planning, and IT Operations.

ThinkTek is seeking Cabling Installers to support a Department of War client at the Pentagon in the National Capital Region. This role performs structured copper cabling and wireless access point installation in support of a wireless network lifecycle replacement effort, including cable pulls, terminations, and testing under the direction of the crew lead.

• Install, terminate, label, and test Category 6 copper cabling in support of wireless access point installation
• Perform cable pulls through pathways, telecommunications rooms, and ceiling spaces in accordance with approved plans
• Test and troubleshoot copper cabling to ANSI/TIA-568 standards using industry-standard test equipment
• Install and mount access points and verify connectivity between the copper cabling and each access point
• Remove legacy access points, cabling, and mounting hardware, and support site restoration including fire-stop and ceiling-tile replacement
• Support inventory and accountability of new and removed components
• Maintain accurate labeling and support updates to cabling documentation
• Follow quality control, safety practices, and applicable codes and standards

• S. citizenship
• Active Top Secret security clearance
• BICSI Installer 2, Copper (INSTC) certification
• 2 to 3 years of structured copper cabling experience
• Proficiency in Category 6 cable pulling, termination, and testing to ANSI/TIA-568 standards
• Ability to read cabling plans and follow installation drawings
• Ability to perform physical installation work, including working on ladders and lifts and lifting up to 50 pounds

• Prior experience working within the Pentagon and familiarity with its telecommunications infrastructure
• Experience installing within SCIF or other classified spaces, including familiarity with TEMPEST, ICD 705, and Red/Black separation requirements
• Additional BICSI credentials
• OSHA 10 or 30, lift, or fall-protection certifications
• Experience with cable certification test equipment (e.g., Fluke DSX)

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $50,030 - $58,020. This range is a good-faith estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation will be based on factors including experience, education, skills, geographic location, internal equity, market data, and applicable contract requirements, and may fall outside the posted range.

ThinkTek LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. ThinkTek offers medical, dental, and vision insurance to all full-time employees; PTO and a variety of other paid leave options are also available. You can read more about ThinkTek benefits at https://www.thinktekllc.com/careers/.