Communications Technician 2- Hiring Event - Charleston, SC
M.C. Dean, Inc.
Install, test, and maintain commercial telecom cabling systems while supervising apprentices.
6 days ago ago
$25 - $28
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area
Onsite
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Systems Integration
Design‑Build
Engineering
Critical Power
Life Safety
Telecommunications
Electronic Security
Automation & Controls
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Electrical
Design and Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
cable installation
cable termination
grounding
conduit layout
patch panels
apprentice training
- Assisting with structural cold water grounding.
- Assisting in Site Grounding.
- Assisting with Exterior underground layout.
- Installation of plywood and racks.
- Termination of riser cable.
- Installation of interior conduit, Panduit and Wiremold.
- Pulling cable 100 pair or smaller unassisted.
- Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
- Employees are expected to be committed to excellence and generate a high quality of work. All employees are expected to consistently report to work on time, work well with other employees to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment.
- Installing prefab assembly unassisted.
- Installing Wiremold, Sleeves, Panduit and ENT.
- Installing pull and junction boxes up to 24” x 24”.
- Installation of video and data cable with Cat 5E, Cat 6 as well as fiber cable.
- Label and test horizontal cable.
- Assisting with bonding all metallic portions.
- Generating or adding to an Activity Hazard Analysis for any task mastered.
- Installation of cable trays in TC, MDF, IDF.
- Assisting with interior overhead and under floor raceways layouts for telecom.
- Assisting with grounding grid under slab.
- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Installation of patch panels.
- Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
- Maintaining clean work area.
- Assist in OSP (outside plant) installations.
- Participating in Job site cleanup.
- Assisting with grounding service entry equip.
- May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
- Assisting with splicing crimp tools and installation of Mechanical Lugs.
- Contributing to the Risk Register for any defined feature of work mastered.
- Terminate various manufacturers of copper termination blocks.
- Troubleshoot and fix Cat 5, 5E and 6 cable problems.
- Assisting in Pulling Low Voltage Cable.
- Assisting in pulling all size of Telecom Cables.
- Assisting with calculating wire load and conduit sizing layout.
- Assisting with grounding ring exterior.
- Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
- Performing an Operational Risk Management Briefing for any task mastered to date.
- Installation of backbone and riser cable (copper & fiber).
- Assisting with building grounding.
- This position requires that you be able to train and supervise apprentices in a team environment while facilitating the installation of cabling and electronics. A focus on safety, quality, production and schedule is fundamental to all work performed.
- Assisting with Tugger setup and use for large wire and long pulls (Pulley Wheels, Capstans wheel, Chains, etc. To operate a Tugger requires certification).
- Terminating and testing of horizontal copper (Cat 5, Cat 6).
What you bring
bicsi
fiber
cat6a
bluebeam
ms office
4+ years
- This position is subject to an additional customer drug screening and background check.
- Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- The candidate should have knowledge of BICSI guidelines for proper install and termination procedures.
- 4+ years prior experience in commercial communications industry with a high school diploma or GED or 3+ years of experience with an Associate degree.
- Must have a valid driver's license to be able to operate equipment (for which you will be trained).
- Knowledge of all fiber termination connectors.
- Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
- Ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance.
- Prior experience in communications work including room build-out, Cat6, Cat6A and fiber optic termination, interpret and maintain drawing and as-builts.
- Knowledge of all makes of fiber optics cable.
- M.C. Dean will provide hard hat, safety glasses, gloves and safety vest which must be worn at all time while on the job site. Employee is required to provide and wear long pants, a shirt with at least a 4" sleeve and safety toed boots.
- Familiarity with: BlueBeam Fluke Versiv MS Office Word and Excel
- Employees must provide their own hand tools
- Read and understand plans and specifications.
- The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid maternity leave
- Military Reserve pay offset
- A competitive salary
- Paid-time off
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Interview process
- attend in-person hiring event on 11/20/25 at embassy suites, charleston.
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Security clearance- additional customer drug screening and background check required.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year Established
The company was established in 1949 and has since evolved into a leader in cyber‑physical integration.
Revenue: $1B
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $1 billion in annual revenue through large-scale projects.
- Evolved from traditional electrical contracting to pioneering cyber‑physical integration.
- Crafts complex systems for data centers, hospitals, government, and industrial plants.
- Specializes in Infrastructure and Energy sectors, delivering resilient, integrated systems.
- Typical work spans power delivery, automation, security, telecom, life‑safety, AV, and IT systems.
- Supports clients with systems integration expertise across more than 30 offices globally.
- Notable projects include mission-critical facilities requiring 24/7 uptime and advanced cyber‑physical innovation.
- We strive to create an environment where people feel they belong, and their contributions are valued.
- We are committed to delivering exceptional service and solving our clients’ most complex challenges.
- We embrace the values of integrity, innovation, and excellence in all aspects of our business.
- Safety is our top priority, and we maintain a safety-first culture to ensure the wellbeing of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.
- We believe in continuous improvement and invest in the development of our people to stay ahead of the curve.
2050 Target
Sustainability Goal
Setting an ambitious goal to achieve net zero by the year 2050.
- Committed to sustainable practices across all operations, focusing on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing.
- Designs and implements systems to help clients meet sustainability goals through smarter, more efficient infrastructure solutions.
- Uses renewable energy sources and employs energy-saving technologies to reduce environmental footprint.
- Dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual is empowered and their contributions are recognized.
- Supports programs and initiatives to increase the representation of women and minorities in the engineering and construction fields.
- Tracked and reported on gender diversity and other diversity metrics to ensure continued progress in inclusivity efforts.
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