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# Network Cabling Technician

- **Company:** Cardinal Technology Systems, Corp.
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Networking Basics, Networking Cables, Coax, Bicsi
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Network-Cabling-Technician-Cardinal-Technology-Systems-Corp-901992277921165/

## About the Role

+ Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government PUBLIC TRUST / SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
 + 3-5+ years of professional experience in structured cabling, telecom cabling, or low-voltage installations.
 + Proven experience performing site surveys and creating cabling system designs or installation plans.
 + Proficiency in terminating, testing, and certifying Cat6, fiber, and coax cabling.
 + Hands-on experience using certification tools (Fluke DTX/DSX, OTDR, power meters, etc.).
 + Strong understanding of structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA-568, BICSI).
 + Ability to troubleshoot cable and connectivity issues efficiently.
 + Experience installing racks, patch panels, cable trays, conduits, and related physical infrastructure.
 + Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in various physical environments.
 + Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, in ceilings, and other physical work environments.
 + Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills.

Preferences

 + Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT) or equivalent.
 + BICSI Installer (INST1/INST2) or BICSI Technician (TECH) certification.
 + Experience designing cabling systems for government, data centers, or commercial facilities.
 + Familiarity with basic networking concepts and equipment (switches, patching, cable pathways).

## Description

+ Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Government PUBLIC TRUST / SECRET / TOP SECRET Clearance. (Basic Federal Clearance requirements are U.S. Citizenship, clear criminal history check, no recent or pending bankruptcies)
 + Perform site surveys to assess cabling needs, identify pathways, evaluate existing infrastructure, and determine material and labor requirements.
 + Design structured cabling layouts, including cable routes, termination points, equipment placement, and rack/cabinet configurations.
 + Install, terminate, and test Cat 6, coax, and fiber optic cabling according to industry standards (TIA/EIA).
 + Certify newly installed and existing cables using appropriate testing equipment to verify performance and integrity.
 + Diagnose and repair cabling faults, connectivity issues, and signal loss.
 + Perform routine inspections of network cabling infrastructure to ensure compliance with standards and best practices.
 + Read and interpret cabling diagrams, blueprints, and work orders.
 + Install related infrastructure components such as patch panels, jacks, cable trays, racks, and conduits.
 + Maintain compliance with TIA/EIA, BICSI, and local building code standards.
 + Document all cabling installations, test results, and maintenance activities.
 + Well versed with equipment and technology such as Fluke to trace and certify cabling installs.


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