SCA Telecommunications Mechanic

Overview

Telecommunications Mechanic I (ALTSO&M-):
Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic I candidate with knowledge, skills, and experience to support the inside/outside cable plant infrastructure including new installations, troubleshooting, upgrades and maintenance to ensure telecommunications are fully operational.

• 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 tests copper, coaxial, and fiber optic cable.
• Installs communication closet equipment such as racks, cable trays, conduit, and cables.
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance in manholes, such as draining water; assists with repair, securing, and replacement of all cable-related defects within manholes.
• Inspects outside plant infrastructure (telephone poles, pedestals, handholes, and other outside plant assets); reports deficiencies and makes repairs as necessary or escalates as needed.
• 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.
• P erforms 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 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.
• 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.
• Must be fluent in English and able to read, write and follow instructions (including diagrams, flow charts and pictures).

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Must currently hold a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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