Telecommunications Mechanic I

Tasks and Responsibilities

• 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 telephone poles, pedestals, handholes, and other outside plant infrastructure;
• 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;
• Performs other duties as assigned to support contract requirements.

Qualifications

• 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 25 pounds; Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time; Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically;

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level;
• US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.