Network Installation Technician, Intermediate

By Light Professional IT Services

. Direct, task, and organize a team of 1 to 2 Network Installation Technicians from deployment to installation close-out .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in network infrastructure installation, including the ability to manage teams, perform cable management, and conduct optical testing. Proficient in installing and configuring networking hardware and software components while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network Infrastructure Build-OutInstallation of Network Routers and SwitchesOptical Testing (OTDR, PMD, CD)Team Leadership and SupervisionActive Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Network InstallationCable ManagementTerminationsTestingGroundingNetwork Hardware InstallationConfiguration DocumentationTelecommunications Equipment RepairFiber InstallationFiber Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, VISIO, Word)Juniper ProductsCisco ProductsCiena 6500Ciena RLSCiena Wave Server

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaActive Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

ANSI/TIA StandardsTelecommunicationsNetwork DevicesInstallation Close-OutDecommissioning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Firewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct, task, and organize a team of 1 to 2 Network Installation Technicians from deployment to installation close-out
Install and de-install infrastructure, including racks and ironwork
Perform cable management, terminations, cleaning, and testing
Perform grounding
Use baseline equipment connectivity diagrams to resolve site-specific connectivity challenges
Communicate with Test and Acceptance staff to ensure remote access to network devices
Install networking hardware and software components, including pre-commissioning hardware with base configurations
Wire, inspect, test, and activate circuits
Decommission and de-install network nodes
Manage completion reports and status reports with detailed network configuration documentation
Install network routers, servers, patch panels, cryptographic material, switches, firewalls, and timing and synchronization equipment
Conduct optical testing, including OTDR, PMD, and CD
Review test results, identify issues, and recommend solutions
Train and mentor junior personnel
Perform small to large installations with minimal oversight

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma required
At least six years of experience in the installation, maintenance, repair or construction of telecommunications or other electronic equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
6+ years of experience including network infrastructure build-out, mounting telecommunication hardware, cable/fiber installation, cable/fiber terminations and cable/fiber testing
6+ years of experience installing network routers, servers, patch panels, cryptographic material, switches, firewalls, timing and synchronization and communications devices
Prior hands-on experience with Juniper/Cisco/Ciena 6500/Ciena RLS/Ciena Wave Server products
Familiarity with ANSI/TIA standards
Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles and ability to supervise and direct the work of others
Ability to work independently or as a leader of a team
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, VISIO, and Word)
Active Secret clearance; or ability to obtain and maintain
Candidates may be based anywhere in the US and must be open to at least 70% travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations
Ability to type, communicate via telephone and sit for extended periods of time
Ability to raise or lower an object from one level to another, including upward pulling, more than 50 lbs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Wellness Program
401(k) Matching
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Education & Training
Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)