Communications Technician

Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber‑physical solutions for the nation's most mission‑critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values–agility, expertise, and trust–we foster a collaborative and forward‑thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

A Communications Technician 2 is responsible for the installation and assisting with Planning & Layout of communications cabling and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. As a technician you should have the work experience installing basic equipment which involves using hand tools and power tools, a basic understanding of Telecom Systems, blueprints and knowledge of codes and standards.

Additionally, each technician must make every effort to become a qualified BICSI Technician. Telecom technicians are full‑time employees with company benefits.

• Knowledge and safe use of hand tools and various power tools
• Wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Following safety policies and procedures
• Actively participating in daily safety and work briefings
• Installation of various types of low‑voltage cable
• Installation, inspection, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting of ISP/OSP telecommunications systems (fiber optics, Category 5, 6, 6A, and associated equipment such as:
• Various pathways and cabletray
• Various cabinets and racks
• Various telecommunications devices
• Prefabricated components and assemblies
• Telecommunications grounding systems
• Surveying and documenting existing telecommunications infrastructure such as copper and fiber cables, active and passive components using electronic devices
• Sketching rack elevations, floor, and wall elevations
• Training and supervising apprentices to install cable from telecommunication rooms to work area outlets, following drawings and run lists to ensure methodical installation and proper bundling
• Performing quality‑assurance checks of the team's work to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements
• Maintaining a clean work area and participating in job‑site cleanup
• Securing company tools and materials daily
• Travel up to 25% of the time may be required

• 4+ years prior experience in the commercial communications industry
• Be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED is required
• Excellent safety record, a valid driver’s license, and clean driving record to meet corporate eligibility requirements for company‑owned vehicle use
• Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite
• Ability to pass basic telecommunication knowledge test
• Demonstrated experience and ability to read and understand plans and specifications
• Strong communications, time‑management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives
• Consistently report to work on time, work well with others to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment
• Wear long pants and a shirt that covers the shoulders by six (6) inches. These are not provided by the company
• Provide basic tools from the provided tool list prior to the 1st day of employment

• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, demonstrating physical strength and stamina for tasks such as loading, unloading, operating equipment, and transporting materials; proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed
• Relocating a 12‑foot stepladder without assistance
• Working at various heights up to 60 feet and climbing and maintaining balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts,…