Installation Technician

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Installation Technician to join our team in Chantilly, VA. In this hands-on role, you will support the deployment and installation of secure network infrastructure and endpoint equipment in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate configurations, reliable connectivity, and successful execution of technical projects across classified workspaces.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Install and terminate CAT5/CAT6 and fiber cabling, including racks, patch panels, wall jacks, and associated infrastructure hardware.
• Perform cable pulls, terminations, pinouts, component installations, testing, documentation, and ensure proper cable management.
• Install and configure workstations, rebuild desktops, relocate IT equipment, and deploy network drops per provided technical documentation.
• Interpret design packages, wiring schematics, port maps, and network diagrams to guide and validate installation work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve workstation issues, connectivity problems, and equipment failures.
• Travel locally between customer sites and support temporary assignments as needed.
• Work scheduled shift from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM as part of a team providing coverage between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Shift may vary based on support required.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 6+ years of experience, an Associate’s Degree with 4+ years of experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of experience.
• Proven experience installing and testing network drops, including labeling, cable dressing, and certifying terminations.
• Knowledge of structured cabling methodologies, industry standards, and common troubleshooting practices.
• Hands-on experience deploying IT endpoints such as desktops, printers, VOIP/digital phones, and network switches.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve hardware, network, and telecom system issues.
• Skilled in interpreting and executing work from network diagrams, floor plans, and installation packages.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience supporting customer IT infrastructure installations.
• Background in structured cabling and IT hardware installation.
• Familiarity with LAN infrastructure deployment within the Sponsor’s classified environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to evolving technical tasks and learn new tools or procedures.
• High attention to detail and effective organizational skills.
  

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain stationary at least 25% of the time.
• Must be able to operate computers, phones, and other office equipment for extended durations.
• Must be able to navigate office environments, including under desks, raised floors, and server closets, some of which may be confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift and transport IT or AV equipment weighing 50+ pounds, using carts or team lifts as needed.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders (10+ feet) while routing cables or installing equipment.