Junior Field Telecom Technician
About the job
- A high school diploma plus a minimum of three years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of related experience and relevant education.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Department of Energy clearance.
- United States citizenship is required.
- Experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems.
- A basic understanding of Voice over Internet Protocol technology.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Plan and execute network installations in accordance with customer orders, technical specifications, and industry standards.
- Analyze installation requirements, order and gather necessary equipment, supplies, and tools, and assess installation sites to ensure successful deployments.
- Prepare installation diagrams; establish voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; and install telecommunications equipment such as routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and fire-suppression systems.
- Build ironwork and ladder racks, activate remote access tools, and coordinate with contractors to ensure seamless integration of systems.
- Verify service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms; identify and correct issues or escalate them as necessary.
- Document and label equipment and cables, record configuration diagrams and specifications, and maintain a safe work environment by adhering to codes, standards, and legal regulations.
- Use the customer's ticketing system to track and update all work performed.
- Adhere to the customer's best practices and procedures when installing cabling and equipment.
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecommunications equipment; provide reports; complete requests for new service; and determine the methodology for installing telephone services.
- Contribute to the overall success of telecommunications projects by ensuring high-quality service delivery.
About the company
Edgewater IT provides IT consulting services focused on U.S. government clients. It offers expertise across the IT life cycle including program and project management, system and network operations, and cyber security, drawing on a workforce that often holds top secret clearances and advanced degrees. The company works with federal agencies and contracting partners, delivering staffing and governance support as well as policy guidance to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Edgewater differentiates itself by combining large-company capabilities with small-company attention, backed by a woman-owned status, deep government experience, and a culture that emphasizes qualified, committed personnel and competitive, stable compensation. Its goal is to be the best IT consulting partner for government clients by providing the right talent and knowledge to meet mission needs while maintaining contracting compliance and quality.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Maryland
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Argonne awarded Edgewater a five-year IT managed services contract on July 16, 2026.
- EIA awarded Edgewater a February 2026 task order with $10.6 million total backlog.
- NASA SEWP VI runs November 1, 2026 through October 31, 2036, expanding pipeline access.
What critics are saying
- Federal recompetes can erase revenue quickly; one lost DOE contract hits hard.
- Edgewater's NIH protest dismissal on January 28, 2026 shows aggressive, costly procurement battles.
- Customer concentration around DOE, FBI, DHRA, and EIA creates existential dependency on federal awards.
What makes Edgewater IT unique
- Edgewater pairs cleared federal staff with DOE and national-lab mission knowledge.
- Tom Ferrando, a former Salient CRGT CEO, brings large-scale federal services leadership.
- NASA SEWP VI and integrated ITC/AV offerings widen Edgewater's procurement access.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company News
Edgewater wins IT managed services contract with Argonne National Laboratory. Edgewater Federal Solutions has won a 5-year contract to be the IT managed service provider for Argonne National Laboratory. Argonne is operated by UChicago Argonne, LLC, for the Energy Department. The 1,500-acre campus employs over 4,500 people, including approximately 1,600 scientists and engineers. Under the contract, Edgewater will deliver comprehensive managed IT services to support Argonne's critical research mission across energy, environment, national security and STEM disciplines, the company said. "We are honored to partner with Argonne National Laboratory in support of its vital research mission," said Rodger Jones, Energy+ president of Edgewater Federal Solutions. "This award expands our footprint across the DOE's national laboratory complex. Our growing presence in this space underscores our commitment to delivering secure, reliable, and mission-focused IT services that enable scientific discovery at the highest level." Edgewater's services include service desk operations, on-site and remote end-user support, integrated IT and audio-visual services, and management of Argonne's ITSM platform to provide a scalable, flexible and resilient hybrid support model.
Amadeus signs Thailand airport memorandum of understanding. Thai Aviation Industries, Edgewater Solutions and Amadeus have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on a roadmap for the modernisation of the passenger journey and day-to-day airport operations across international and regional airports July 16, 2026
Andrea Snader has joined Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc., as its newly created Health and Defense Department Sector president.
Bob Amani appointed as Edgewater's chief transformation officer.
Edgewater Federal Solutions has appointed a new chief executive in Tom Ferrando, currently its executive board chairman and formerly CEO of Salient CRGT from 2015 to 2021.