SCA Telecommunications Mechanic I - Bowhead / UIC Technical Services

Telecommunications Mechanic I

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic I to support a newly awarded contract at Whiteman AFB providing highly reliable wired telecommunications and networked voice, video and data services. The Telecommunications Mechanic I shall perform Operation and Maintenance (O&M) and other services required to ensure the Base Telecommunications System (BTS) is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Job duties to include but not limited to:

• Following industry standards and in coordination with the Government and other technicians, maintains voice and data networks by running, pulling, and terminating cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and building ironwork and ladder racks, establishing connections and integrations.
• Documents network by labeling equipment and cables.
• Maintains, installs, de-installs, moves, removes, and test copper, coaxial, and fiber optic cable.
• Installs communication closet equipment such as racks, cable trays, conduit, and cables.
• Inspects and performances routine maintenance in manholes, such as draining water. Assists with repair, securing, and replacement of all cable-related defects within manholes.
• Inspects telephone poles, pedestals, handholes, and other outside plant infrastructure. Reports deficiencies and makes repairs as necessary or escalates as needed.
• Following industry standards and in coordination with the Government and other technicians, maintains voice and data networks by running, pulling, and terminating cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and building ironwork and ladder racks, establishing connections and integrations.
• Maintains customer rapport by listening to and resolving concerns and answering questions.
• Maintains safe work environment and conditions by following codes, standards, and legal regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support contract requirements.
• Provides on-the-job training and guidance, as needed, to Install & Repair Technicians

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience performing equipment troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance for structured cabling systems.
• Experience splicing aerial cable from bucket lift, aerial lift and/or other hoist mechanism is a plus.
• Preference given to candidate with one or more years’ experience installing, splicing and servicing Cat 5, 5e, 6 and fiber optics.
• Must be fluent in English and able to read, write and follow instructions (including diagrams, flow charts and pictures).
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
• working on ladders, in confined spaces, and use of a respirator 

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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