Telecommunications Technician 1

VT Group (VTG); Guam; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group (VTG) seeks a Telecommunications Technician 1 in Guam to install, test, and troubleshoot complex cabling systems and telecom closets, enforcing codes and safety standards.

The role covers fiber and copper installations, grounding, fire stopping, and coordination with project managers to meet schedules and budgets. Local candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to calculate figures and areas, and apply basic algebra/geometry.
• Knowledge of Database software and MS Office Products.
• BICSI Level 2 certification is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required and US Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Oversees or assists in installation of structured cabling systems (fiber optic and copper).
• Oversees or assists in building telecommunication closets per standards.
• Tests and troubleshoots structured cabling systems, both fiber and copper.
• Ensures grounding, bonding, and fire stopping procedures meet standards.
• Reviews timesheets, expense reports, and submits reports as required.

Skills

Mathematical aptitude

Database software

MS Office

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Database software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

VTG is seeking Telecommunications Technician 1 located in Guam.

What will you do?

Familiar with a variety of complex installations, repairs telecommunications systems and equipment, and performs the following duties:

• Oversees or assists in the installation of structured cabling systems (fiber optic and copper) in accordance with all applicable codes, standards, and local requirements.
• Oversees or assists in building telecommunication closets while adhering to applicable standards, codes, and specifications.
• Detailed knowledge of Seismic requirements for telecommunications installations
• Ensures grounding and bonding are compliant with standards and codes.
• Ensures fire stopping procedures are accurately followed and compliant with local regulations.
• Oversees or assists in testing and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems, both fiber and copper.
• Ensures transmission fundamentals of copper and fiber media are maintained.
• Uses knowledge of and experience with Outside Plant operations to ensure rodding, roping, and fiber splicing, and tipping are properly performed.
• Troubleshoots entire communications system to determine if problems are related to hardware or cabling.
• Tests and evaluates newly installed or existing hardware to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility.
• Utilizes technical manuals and brochures to determine equipment which meets establishment requirements
• Reviews timesheets and expense reports for accuracy, approves these documents, and ensures they are submitted in accordance with company procedures.
• Compiles, reviews and/or submits other reports, such as site reports or project status reports, as required by management.

Do you have what it takes?

• 3 years of related experience and/or training
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software, and MS Office Products.
• BICSI Level 2 certification is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must have their own PPE and Basic hand tools for cabling technicians
• Must be local or within 50 miles of location
• Must be US Citizen
• Must be able to support installation schedule and meet budgets provided by VTG Project Manager. PM may not be on site but will report daily to PM on status and progress made
• Must be capable of getting ladders, lifting boxes, materials, etc.
• Must have PPE equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, etc)
• Experience pulling in copper/fiber, backbone/riser cabling
• Ability to terminate all types of fiber and copper
• Experience in installation of cable conveyances (EMT conduit, cable tray, J hooks, ladder rack)
• Telecom room buildout experience (racks/cabinets, patch panels, grounding, etc)
• Testing experience using Fluke or equivalent test sets for fiber and copper
• CAC Badge (Preferred)
• DoD Secret or higher clearance (Preferred)

This position is contingent upon contract award