Rapid Response Technician - Military Veterans

Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Arlington
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ191328

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Telecommunications

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Cat6 Cabling, Coaxial Cabling, Network Cabling, Structured Cabling
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Secure and expertly apply the latest technologies to advance the mission as a Rapid Response Technician with GDIT. Your work in enterprise IT will help our clients overcome evolving demands and missions. Own the opportunity to accelerate digital modernization for our clients as you accelerate your career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Rapid Response Technician, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Rapid Response Technician joining our team is Responsible for installing and documenting new or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure, which includes conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber, and all associated elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center, and buildings within the NCR supported by DISA J6. During the installation process, follow DISA J6 and commercial best practice procedures, standards required for the installation of cable racks, wiring of the racks, and testing required for the installation.

Due to the nature of work this role entails, telecommuting is not allowed and will require the employee to report full-time onsite.

HOW A CABLE TECHNICIAN WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Analyzes, administers, and maintains telecommunications and network cabling infrastructure.
  
• The Rapid Response Technician is assigned tasks by Coordinators related to service orders and repair activities for Category 6 cabling, Voice over IP networks (VOIP), and fiber optic cabling infrastructure. The technician is responsible for dressing, terminating, and testing cables and components. They should have the ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  
• Interprets service orders, circuit diagrams, and electrical schematics.
  
• Tests, locates, installs, and repairs cabling infrastructure associated with trouble calls, and performs routine maintenance.
  
• Verifies work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment and information.
  
• Verifies service by testing installed cabling, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
  
• Well-versed in the use of network cabling test equipment including network testers, copper cable testers, fiber OTDRs, and fiber power meters.
  
• Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
  
• Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
  
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
  
• Participates in special projects as required.
  
• Identify, track, and remove abandoned cable, and keep cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standards.
  
• Dress, terminate, and test cables and components including CAT6 and fiber optic cabling.
  

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Security Clearance Level: Active Secret clearance
  
• Required Experience: 3+ years of related telecommunications experience.
  
• Required Technical Skills: Must be familiar with TIA/EIA Standards and BICSI recommendations on cabling infrastructure.
  
• Required Skills and Abilities: Candidate should be able to communicate effectively with personnel of varying expertise levels, possess strong customer support skills in a high-visibility environment, and demonstrate problem analysis, problem-solving, attention to detail, and accuracy.
  
• Ability and willingness to work after hours when needed, usually 2-5 hours per calendar year.
  
• Ability to work with power tools and ladders.
  
• Ability to work well with others and communicate with supervisors.
  
• Computer literate with basic Networking Skills.
  
• It is mandatory for the candidate to possess a valid driver's license to operate a government vehicle from the government fleet.
  
• Ability to work effectively with others and communicate with supervisors.
  
• Location: Onsite at the Pentagon - Arlington VA
  

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Active Secret security clearance
  
• Strong customer service experience is highly preferred
  

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
  
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
  

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The likely hourly rate for this position is between $32.02 - $0.00. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
25-50%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Arlington

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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