Telecommunications Mechanic II - Outside Plant (OSP)

Link Solutions, Inc. • Fort Stewart, GA

5d • $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Link Solutions is seeking a Telecommunications Outside Plant Mechanic II (OSP) to join our team at Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield, GA. This role supports the operation, maintenance, modernization, and reliability of telecommunications infrastructure serving the Southeast Region Cyber Support Center (SE RCSC). Responsibilities include maintaining mission-critical voice and data communications systems, supporting telephone switching equipment, voicemail platforms, outside plant infrastructure, and associated cable networks. This position offers the opportunity to work within a complex Department of Defense telecommunications environment, supporting critical communications services that enable operational readiness and mission success. The ideal candidate is a technically skilled telecommunications professional who enjoys troubleshooting, infrastructure maintenance, customer engagement, and supporting large-scale communications systems. At Link Solutions, you'll join a collaborative team focused on innovation, operational excellence, and customer success while enjoying a strong commitment to professional growth, employee well-being, and work-life balance.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Requires a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Five (5+) years of experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure, voice systems, outside plant operations, or telecommunications installation and maintenance.
• Experience with fiber optic, copper, and coaxial cable systems, including installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Experience working with aerial, underground, and direct-buried communications cable systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting telecommunications drawings, schematics, cable records, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of BICSI standards, telecommunications installation practices, and applicable industry regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and telecommunications industry best practices.
• Experience utilizing telecommunications testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Government, or military telecommunications environments.
• Experience administering or supporting telephone switching systems, voicemail platforms, and enterprise communications infrastructure.
• Experience maintaining telecommunications infrastructure documentation, as-built drawings, and cable plant records.
• Experience supporting telecommunications modernization, relocation, or infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and manage competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with customers, stakeholders, and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform administration, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities for telephone switching equipment, voicemail platforms, and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Configure, activate, modify, and deactivate telephone and voicemail services in accordance with customer requirements.
• Monitor system performance and conduct preventive maintenance to maximize telecommunications system availability and reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve telecommunications service outages, connectivity issues, and equipment failures.
• Respond to service requests and ensure assigned work orders and trouble tickets are completed accurately and within established service-level agreements.
• Collaborate with government customers to identify operational requirements, service improvements, and telecommunications modernization opportunities.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test aerial, underground, and direct-buried communications cable systems, including fiber optic, copper, and coaxial cabling.
• Maintain and update outside plant infrastructure records, telecommunications drawings, cable route documentation, and as-built diagrams.
• Review and validate telecommunications installation drawings and construction packages, providing red-line updates and supporting documentation revisions.
• Support inspections of telecommunications infrastructure, including manholes, handholes, pedestals, communications closets, and remote communications facilities.
• Perform cable testing and verification using industry-standard telecommunications testing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with BICSI standards, OSHA requirements, DoD regulations, and industry best practices.
• Support telecommunications infrastructure upgrades, expansion projects, and technology refresh initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, service requests, inventory, and infrastructure documentation.
• Coordinate with technical teams, contractors, and government stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and service delivery.

Benefits

• Health & Welfare (H&W) benefits in accordance with applicable SCA requirements.
• Paid sick leave based on hours worked, up to the applicable annual limit.
• Paid vacation based on length of qualifying service, with additional time earned at designated service milestones.
• Paid federal holidays in accordance with applicable requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level