Telecommunications Technician 1

VT Group (VTG)

Missouri

On-site

USD 50,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

VT Group (VTG) is seeking a Telecommunications Technician 1 in Guam who is experienced in installations and repairs of telecommunications systems. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing structured cabling installations, troubleshooting communication systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a valid driver's license, BICSI Level 2 certification, and must meet physical demands of the job.

Qualifications

3 years of related experience or training required.
US citizenship required.
Must have own PPE and basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

Install structured cabling systems for telecommunications.
Troubleshoot and test communications systems.
Ensure compliance with local standards and regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Installation

Fiber and Copper termination

Database software knowledge

MS Office Products

Education

BICSI Level 2 certification

Tools

Fluke test sets

PPE equipment

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Overview

VTG is seeking

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.

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)