Telecommunications Mech. I

Leader Communications Inc. (LCI); Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Leader Communications Inc. (LCI) is seeking a field O&M technician to provide monthly operations and maintenance for a Base Telecommunications System (BTS). The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance and US citizenship for clearance eligibility.

You will perform copper and fiber installations, maintenance, and documentation, coordinate site surveys, and ensure compliance with NEC standards. Strong communication and physical fitness are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of qualified practical field experience.
• Tier 1 security clearance required for positions with internet/controlled areas access.
• US Citizenship is required for Public Trust clearance at this location.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand/walk for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform copper and fiber cable installation, termination, repair, marking, cutover, and splicing per procedures.
• Perform monthly O&M including PMI and repair of manholes, hand holes, pedestals, and building entrances.
• Execute work orders with site surveys, material requirements, documentation and implementation.
• Provide location, staking and marking on BTS conduit, manholes and related infrastructure.
• Verify BTS infrastructure location using GPS and update CAIRS database with details.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Physical Fitness

Safety Compliance

Job description

Position Summary

Provides Monthly Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for a Base Telecommunications System (BTS) in support of a base telephone voice switching system (VSS), Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) systems, and associated equipment. Individual must be able to attain and maintain a valid U.S. Government security clearance (Public Trust) in order to be retained in the position.

Position Summary

Provides Monthly Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for a Base Telecommunications System (BTS) in support of a base telephone voice switching system (VSS), Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) systems, and associated equipment. Individual must be able to attain and maintain a valid U.S. Government security clearance (Public Trust) in order to be retained in the position.

Duties & Responsibilities

Includes but not limited to the following:

• Perform the full range of services related to copper and fiber cable installation, termination, repair, marking, cutover, and splicing procedures.
• Perform Monthly Maintenance including Periodic Maintenance Inspections (PMI) and repair of manholes, hand holes, pedestals, and building entrance terminals.
• Perform Work Orders including customer interface, conducting site survey, development of materials requirement, documentation, and implementation.
• Provide location, staking, and marking services on BTS encased and direct buried conduit/cables, manholes, hand holes, pedestals, etc.
• Verify correct location of BTS infrastructure using Global Positioning System (GPS) and update Cable Assignment Information Retrieval System (CAIRS) database with descriptive information.
• Provide descriptive information red line drawing and input updates into the Cyberspace Visualization Component (CVC) system data entry.
• Install and test all cable and components and provide record test results, IAW accepted industry standards.
• Install electrical and communications cable, conduits, and circuits IAW the NEC.
• Clearly label each end of every individual cable in accordance with the floor plans or engineering drawings at time of install.
• Provide and place cable tags (labels) that are durable and legible.
• When use of aerial cables is approved, installation and test shall be IAW accepted industry standards, unless superseded by a Government approved IS.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor

Education & Experience Requirements

• Must have 2 years qualified practical field experience
• SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: All personnel require a minimum of a Tier 1 clearance for any position that requires access to the internet, use of automated systems or controlled areas prior to performance.
• US Citizenship is a requirement for a Public Trust clearance at this location.

Skill & Certification Requirements

• 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 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
• LCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran/Disabled
• Leader Communications is an Affineve Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]