Network Cable Plant/CAD Technician

Job Title: Network Cable Plant/CAD Technician

Job Category: Engineering and Technical Support

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

CACI’s Enterprise Network Solutions division, is seeking a Network Plant/CAD Technician. You’ll focus on detailed CAD drawings, infrastructure audits, assessments, design, and implementation for telecommunication modernization efforts including inside and outside plant infrastructure. If you are a motivated individual looking to be a grow as a part of a critical mission, CACI would like to speak with you.

Responsibilities:

Under direction, assist with and conduct network plant CAD drawings, infrastructure audits, assessments, design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Interpreting project briefs and meeting with clients, engineers, and technicians to ensure all technical drawings are completed to specifications.
• Producing rough sketches and using CAD software to prepare detailed drawings, plans, and prints.
• Updating software, drawings, and other documents.
• Ensuring drawings are compliant with engineering standards.
• Be accountable for the maintenance of the CAD drawing library.
• Assist in research and provide information on outside plant and inside plant recommendations including alternate materials and installation solutions
• Assist with site surveys and document current site conditions, cabling, and power/ground circuits, equipment and racking inventory, and user requirements
• Follow engineering installation packages and work with installation teams to install OSP/ISP infrastructure to include copper and fiber optic cabling and supporting infrastructure (conduit, cable ladders, rack, cabinets, etc.)
• Assist with active equipment installation, signal cable installations and cable connections and labeling
• Assist with documenting related changes at each site
• Travel to other CACI Locations or Customer Sites as necessary
• Proactively ensure a safe work environment and adhere to CACI EH&S policies and procedures by obtaining OSHA 30-Hour or EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Training and confined space training.
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Practical experience with AutoCAD software
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software applications and other software applications as required (Visio, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Engineering and Construction
• Familiarity with OSP/ISP design and implementation
• Familiarity with industry telecommunications standards (e.g. TIA, BICSI, NEC, NESC, etc.)
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting work orders, technical drawings/documents, circuit diagrams, and construction drawings
• Familiarity of testing cabling related to equipment/systems and following standard test procedures, desired
• Familiarity with common test equipment (e.g. Optical Power Meter, OTDR, CAT 5/6 test set, Multi-Meter), helpful
• Experience in inside and outside plant cabling
• Requires periodic travel (25-50%)
• Associate's degree in drafting or other related discipline and 2-3 years of related experience or a combination of skills, education, and experience
• Experience following direction and working in a team environment
• Extremely detail oriented
• There is no clearance requirement to begin employment. As a requirement of continued employment you will be required to obtain Secret clearance.

Working Conditions:
• Work is performed both in an office or communications room environment and outside, requiring proper safety precautions
• Work may require some physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, or equipment
• May require working after hours or on weekends
• Occasional work in tight or narrow spaces, such as under raised floors may be required - Must be able to stoop, kneel, or crouch for long periods of time.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$54,700 - $112,000