Junior Field Telecom Technician

Socket.dev; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Federal Solutions seeks a Junior Field Telecom Technician to support a major national laboratory. The role involves planning and executing network installations, analyzing requirements, and coordinating with contractors to ensure seamless system integration. The position requires an HS diploma with 3+ years of related experience, ability to obtain a DOE clearance, and U.S.

citizenship. Strong teamwork and familiarity with Windows OS are valued in this on-site role at a government

Qualifications

• HS diploma plus a minimum of 3 years directly related experience.
• Ability to obtain & maintain a U.S. Department of Energy Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute network installations per customer orders, specs, and standards.
• Analyze requirements, gather equipment, and assess sites for successful deployments.
• Prepare installation diagrams and establish voice/data networks by cabling and installing equipment.
• Build ironwork and ladder racks, activate remote access tools, coordinate with contractors.
• Test circuits, equipment, and alarms; identify and fix issues or escalate when needed.
• Document cables and equipment, record configurations, and maintain safe work practices.
• Use the customer ticketing system to track and update work performed.
• Basic understanding of VoIP technology; follow customer best practices and procedures.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecom equipment; provide reports and service requests.
• Contribute to project success and high-quality service delivery.

Skills

Microsoft Windows OS

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma + 3 years related experience

Job description

Overview

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Junior Field Telecom Technician to support a major national laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Planning 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, establishing voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables, and installing 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, identifying and correcting issues or escalating 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.
• Utilizing the customer’s ticketing system, you will track and update all work performed.
• A basic understanding of VoIP technology is required, 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 ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma plus a minimum of 3 years, or more, of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties.
• Related experience may be substituted for relevant education and vice versa.
• Ability to obtain & maintain a U.S. Dept. of Energy Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Required Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems (MS OS)
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.