[Hiring] Cable Technician @Akima, LLC

Role Description

AST is seeking an experienced Cable Technician to install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber-optic and Ethernet cabling; install network equipment; and support wireless systems. The successful candidate will have at least five years of relevant cabling experience, familiarity with Ekahau AI Pro, and the ability to perform Wi-Fi surveys and heat mapping. This position requires approximately 75% travel and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

• Install, route, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot fiber-optic and Cat5/Cat6 Ethernet cabling.
• Install and organize patch panels, racks, cabinets, cable pathways, and associated infrastructure.
• Perform rack-and-stack installation of switches, servers, patch panels, and related equipment, including workstation installation and connectivity.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Wi-Fi access points, including Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or comparable products.
• Conduct Wi-Fi site surveys and generate heat maps using Ekahau AI Pro to evaluate coverage, signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, network diagrams, and building plans; review them for accuracy and verify that cabling and security installations align with approved designs.
• Conduct onsite inspections to assess installation readiness, identify deficiencies, and coordinate scheduling of testing services.
• Attend security and project coordination meetings and provide technical expertise regarding cabling, installation, and Wi-Fi configuration.
• Create and maintain installation records, cable test results, survey reports, equipment inventories, and updated drawings.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint or similar collaboration tools to prepare documentation and coordinate work.
• Travel to project locations and drive between work sites as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience installing and terminating fiber-optic and Ethernet cabling, including Cat5/Cat6.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting cabling and documenting installation results.
• Experience installing racks, patch panels, switches, servers, and workstations.
• Familiarity with Ekahau AI Pro and demonstrated ability to perform Wi-Fi surveys and heat mapping.
• Familiarity with installing and configuring Cisco Meraki, Aruba, or comparable Wi-Fi access points.
• Proficiency in Wi-Fi installation requirements and in reading technical drawings and reviewing building plans for cabling and security setup accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint or similar collaboration tools.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, with the ability to drive within the assigned state and between project locations.
• Willingness and ability to meet the approximately 75% travel requirement.

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.