Junior Network Infrastructure Technician

Meridian WireWorks is seeking a Junior Network Infrastructure Technician to support commercial network infrastructure deployments throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.

This is an entry-level to early-career field role for someone interested in learning network infrastructure installation, wireless access point deployment, rack-and-stack work, cabling, terminations, documentation, and commercial technology rollouts.

The role will work under the direction of experienced technicians and site leads. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-minded, willing to learn, and interested in building a long-term career in network infrastructure, low voltage, telecommunications, or commercial technology deployment work.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with wireless access point installations and replacements
• Assist with network equipment installation, rack-and-stack work, and MDF/IDF organization
• Pull and route cabling for wireless access points and network equipment
• Learn to terminate and test Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6A cabling
• Label cables, equipment, patch panels, and work areas according to project standards
• Assist with cable management and jobsite organization
• Assist with material staging, cleanup, and closeout tasks
• Take photos and assist with project documentation
• Follow safety requirements, customer site rules, and company procedures
• Learn proper installation standards, tool use, documentation practices, and customer-site professionalism

• Interest in network infrastructure, low voltage, telecommunications, electrical, construction, or technology field work
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to learn hands-on technical skills
• Ability to follow directions and work safely
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work from ladders
• Ability to travel throughout Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC, * Previous low-voltage, electrical, construction, telecom, IT, security, CCTV, or cable installation experience
• Basic hand tool experience
• OSHA 10 certification
• Trade school, technical training, or military technical experience
• Interest in growing into a Network Infrastructure Technician role
• Willingness to travel for regional deployments as opportunities arise

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate is someone who:

• Shows up reliably and on time
• Works safely
• Pays attention to detail
• Communicates clearly
• Takes direction well
• Wants to learn a skilled technical trade
• Can work professionally on customer sites
• Is interested in growing with a small but organized field team

Pulled from the full job description

• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays, * $18-$24/hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time W-2 position
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays Off
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Standard schedule is generally Monday through Friday, with start times varying by project
• Occasional nights, weekends, overtime, and travel may be required based on customer/project needs
• Paid travel time for approved travel greater than 50 miles
• Per diem for approved overnight travel or extended travel assignments
• Company-paid lodging for approved overnight travel
• On-the-job training
• Growth path into Network Infrastructure Technician and Lead Technician roles

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and motor vehicle record review.

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off