Network Installation Technician

Overview

We are seeking a Network Installation Technician to join our team supporting Enterprise Infrastructure Installation Support. Tek Synap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

• Supervise and direct contractor personnel during network installation projects, ensuring compliance with project requirements and safety standards.
• Lead the analysis, design, and installation of local and wide area networks, and communications systems across diverse environments.
• Perform and document site surveys; assess and record existing network configurations to support design and planning efforts.
• Organize and manage all phases of network installations, including the development of engineering plans and site-specific technical design packages.
• Develop detailed installation schedules and mobilize installation teams for deployment.
• Oversee the preparation of drawings to document configuration changes and final installations at each site.
• Prepare and review site installation and testing reports to ensure system functionality and project close-out compliance.
• Coordinate post-installation operations and ongoing maintenance support to ensure sustained performance.
• Interpret and execute tasks based on vendor documentation, technical specifications, engineering letters, and industry job aids.
• Install, test, and remove overhead cable mounts, Ethernet, and fiber cabling, ensuring compliance with structured cabling standards.
• Work safely and effectively in overhead racks, grids, and confined spaces; operate scissor lifts and climb ladders or staircases when required.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs independently, and up to 90 lbs with assistance, while working in demanding and high-paced environments.
• Maintain adherence to DoD, EIA/TIA, BICSI, and OSHA standards throughout installation and support activities.

• Experience:
  
  Obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance within 12 months of hire.
• 5+ years of cabling experience in the data communications industry.
• Hands-on installation/removal of overhead equipment mounts with wired, wireless, and RF environments, including 802.11b/g/a/n standards and WLAN/WWAN/WMAN deployment/support.
• Experience organizing and leading large-scale network installations, including on-site assessments and technical plan preparation.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, network topologies, and cabling infrastructure standards.
• Experience interpreting technical documentation and performing work per industry-standard installation practices.
• Aerial lift training, Confined Space training, Forklift training, and ten (10) Hour OSHA Basic Industry course.
• Ability to install cable infrastructure, communications equipment and materials, Ethernet, and fiber cabling to include termination and testing as well as installing/removing overhead equipment mounts.

• Strong understanding of telecommunications and data cabling systems, materials, and testing procedures.
• Ability to install and terminate copper and fiber cabling infrastructure.
• Proficiency in coordinating and documenting technical installation processes.
• Physical capability to perform manual tasks in physically demanding environments.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure scenarios.

• Active BICSI Technician or Installer certification
• DoD 8140 Baseline Certification within 12 months of the 8140 requirements being fully vetted and identified
• Other
  
  Certifications:
  
  BICSI Level 1 and/or Level 2 copper and fiber as required

• Locations:
  San Diego, CA
• Type of environment:
  Office, Varied
• Noise level:
  Medium
• Work schedule:
  
  Day shift Monday – Friday; evenings and weekends may be required to meet program and contract needs
• Travel: 50%

• U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Tek Synap is an equal opportunity employer. Tek Synap does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the job search or application process, please contact  for assistance.