We are seeking a skilled Cable Technician to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. This role supports mission-critical systems and requires strong technical knowledge, flexibility for shift work, and the ability to work in a high-paced environment.
Job Responsibilities :
The Cable Technician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting copper core and fiber-optic cable systems that support command, control, communications, and computer systems. This position requires supporting 24x7 operations on a rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Typical Duties Include :
- Install and maintain underground, buried, copper core, and fiber-optic cables.
- Plan, maintain, and install all cable and communication conveyance systems.
- Process formal customer requests and develop technical solutions.
- Maintain accurate cable installation records and schematics in the database.
- Perform configuration control for all communications cables and conveyances.
- Resolve project installation and maintenance issues using drawings, directives, and technical orders.
- Conduct system tests to assess cable capabilities and serviceability.
- Coordinate operations with other teams and stakeholders.
- Inspect and evaluate cable installation and maintenance work.
- Process work clearance requests and locate / mark underground communication cables.
- Operate and maintain specialized tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace fiber optics, transceivers, multiplexers, and modems.
- Maintain knowledge of mechanical and fusion fiber optic splices / connectors.
- May require operating motor vehicles.
Minimum Qualifications :
High School Diploma or GED.2 years of directly related experience.4 years of general work history.Experience planning, maintaining, and installing cable and communication conveyance systems.Must be a U.S. Citizen.Must have and be capable of maintaining a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance at the required level.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience supporting Air or Space Force customers in a high-paced environment.Familiarity with Air / Space Force processes and tools for tracking projects, maintenance schedules, and updates.Strong working knowledge of EIA 568A / B cabling standards.