Telecommunications Mechanic II

Telecommunications Mechanic II (PSTS-)

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic II to provide Base Telecom Support at Puget Sound, WA. The Telecom Mechanic will provide telecommunications operations and maintenance (O&M), including secure and reliable, classified and unclassified, voice and data services in support of C4I operations and exercises.

• Install, maintain, and repair outside and inside plant telecommunications infrastructure, including:
• Underground and aerial copper/fiber cabling
• Backbone and distribution systems
• Conduits, vaults, ducts, and pedestals
• Inside Structured Cabling (CAT3, CAT5/6, Coax)
• Circuit termination, jacks, faceplates

• Perform:
• Fiber and copper splicing (fusion and mechanical)
• OTDR and power meter testing
• Fault isolation and emergency restoration
• Termination of cables in manholes, handholes, and wiring closets

• Conduct:
• Routine inspections and preventive maintenance
• Documentation of cabling routes, splicing records, and test results
• Safety hazard assessments for all work zones

• Collaborate with engineers, ISP technicians, and site leadership for infrastructure upgrades and repairs
• Utilize company-provided vehicle to travel to remote areas for work
• Other duties as assigned

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required
• Technical trade certification (telecom, electronics, or fiber optics) is highly desirable

• Experience:
  
  3–5 years hands-on experience in OSP cabling, preferably on government or large enterprise networks
• Prior experience working in base or campus-style environments (e.g., DoD, universities, utilities) is ideal

• Required skills or certifications:
• BICSI Outside Plant Designer (OSP)
• Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection training (required for manhole and aerial work)
• Proficiency with OTDR, fusion splicer, power meters
• Cable locating equipment and tone generators
• Familiarity with industry standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA) and military base safety and security protocols
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and route maps

• Additional skills:
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Effective communication with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment; able to work independently or as part of a team

• Physical demands and compensation:
• Target salary is $68,000 - $83,000, commensurate with experience
• 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 Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting