Network Installation Technician

Network Installation Technician

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.

Obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance within 12 months of hire. Five+ years of cabling experience in the data communications industry. Hands-on installation/removing overhead equipment mounts experience with wired, wireless, and RF environments, including 802.11b/g/a/n standards and WLAN/WWAN/WMAN deployment/support. Experience in 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 in interpreting technical documentation and performing work per industry-standard installation practices. Must have Aerial lift training. Must have Confined Space training. Must have Forklift training. Must have ten (10) Hour OSHA Basic Industry course. Must be able 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.

Obtain and maintain active BICSI Technician, Installer certification. Other Certifications: BICSI Level 1 and/or Level 2 copper and fiber as required. DoD Approved 8140 Baseline Certification within 12 months of the 8140 requirements fully vetted and clearly identified.

We are seeking a Network Installation Technician to join our team supporting Enterprise Infrastructure Installation Support. TekSynap 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. 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.

The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration.

Locations: Philadelphia, PA. Type of environment: Office, Varied. Noise level: Medium. Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. Amount of Travel: 50%.

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

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.