Telecommunications Mechanic II

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic II to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and document voice, data, fiber optic, and copper telecommunications infrastructure supporting critical Air Force communications systems at Goodfellow AFB. You will perform PMIs, diagnose faults, and support VoIP and traditional phone systems.

The role requires the ability to work independently or in a team, with strong safety and quality standards, and to handle on-call emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in telecommunications, electronics, networking, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, military experience, vocational training, and telecommunications experience will be considered.
• Three (3) or more years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing telecommunications systems.
• Experience with copper and fiber optic cabling, Inside Plant (ISP), and/or Outside Plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience installing, terminating, splicing, and testing telecommunications cabling.
• Experience supporting VoIP, analog, or digital telephone systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and telecommunications documentation.
• Experience supporting DoD or Federal telecommunications systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of telecommunications installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting principles.
• Experience with copper and fiber optic cabling, including installation, termination, testing, and repair.
• Working knowledge of Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot analog, digital, and VoIP telephone systems.
• Experience using telecommunications test equipment (e.g., cable analyzers, OTDRs, multimeters, tone generators, cable locators).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and telecommunications records.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license.
• Security+ Certification
• 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

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications systems and associated equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) on telecommunications equipment.
• Diagnose and repair copper and fiber optic cable systems, telecommunications circuits, and associated hardware.
• Install, terminate, splice, test, and certify copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Support VoIP, analog, and digital telephone systems.
• Perform adds, moves, changes, and removals of telecommunications equipment and services.
• Respond to outages per contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with personnel, contractors, and customers to complete work.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and drawings.
• Update databases and records as required.
• Participate in after-hours on-call support and emergency response.
• Follow safety, environmental, security, and quality requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Security+

VoIP

Fiber Optic Cabling

Copper Cabling

ISP/OSP

Test Equipment

Technical Drawings

DoD Experience

MS Office

Driver's License

Communication Skills

Team Player

Analytical Skills

Reading Wiring Diagrams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cable Analyzers

OTDRs

Multimeters

Tone Generators

Cable Locators

Job description

Overview

SCA Telecomunication Mechanic II (2026-25867)

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic II to support the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of the Base Telecommunications System (BTS) at Goodfellow Air Force Base. The selected candidate will install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and document voice, data, fiber optic, and copper telecommunications infrastructure supporting critical Air Force communications systems. This position requires a motivated technician capable of working independently and as part of a team while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer service.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications systems and associated equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) on telecommunications equipment in accordance with contract requirements and manufacturer recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair copper and fiber optic cable systems, telecommunications circuits, and associated hardware.
• Install, terminate, splice, test, and certify copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Support Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), analog, and digital telephone systems.
• Perform adds, moves, changes, and removals of telecommunications equipment and services.
• Respond to emergency, priority, and routine service outages in accordance with contractual response requirements.
• Perform cable locating, staking, and marking activities.
• Assist with work order execution, technical solutions, and system upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work order documentation.
• Update telecommunications databases, drawings, and infrastructure records as required.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, contractors, and customers to complete assigned work.
• Follow all applicable safety, environmental, security, and quality requirements.
• Participate in after-hours on-call support and emergency response when required.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in telecommunications, electronics, networking, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, military experience, vocational training, and telecommunications experience will be considered.
• Years of experience
• Three (3) or more years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing telecommunications systems.
• Experience with copper and fiber optic cabling, Inside Plant (ISP), and/or Outside Plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience installing, terminating, splicing, and testing telecommunications cabling.
• Experience supporting Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), analog, or digital telephone systems.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and telecommunications documentation.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Federal telecommunications systems is preferred.
• Required skills or certifications
• Knowledge of telecommunications installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting principles.
• Experience with copper and fiber optic cabling, including installation, termination, testing, and repair.
• Working knowledge of Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot analog, digital, and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems.
• Experience using telecommunications test equipment (e.g., cable analyzers, OTDRs, multimeters, tone generators, cable locators).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and telecommunications records.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license.
• Security+ Certification
• 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 50 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 currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

Location: US-TX-San Angelo

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust (NAC)

Minimum Clearance Required: Public Trust (NAC)

Travel Requirement: Less than 10%