Telecommunications Mechanic II

Bowhead • WA

105d

About The Position

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic II for a newly awarded contract effort to provide Base Telecom Support at the Puget Sound, WA Shipyard and satellite locations. The effort will provide telecommunications operations and maintenance (O&M). This includes secure and reliable, classified and unclassified, voice and data services in support of Command, Control, Computer, Communications and Information (C4I) operations and exercises.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical trade certification (telecom, electronics, or fiber optics) is highly desirable.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience in OSP cabling, preferably on government or large enterprise networks.
• Prior experience working in base or campus-style environments (e.g., DoD, universities, utilities) is ideal.
• BICSI Outside Plant Designer (OSP) certification.
• Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection training (required for manhole and aerial work).
• Proficiency with OTDR, fusion splicer, power meters, cable locating equipment, and tone generators.
• Familiarity with industry standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA) and military base safety and security protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and route maps.
• 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, and repair outside and inside plant telecommunications infrastructure, including underground and aerial copper/fiber cabling, backbone and distribution systems, conduits, vaults, ducts, and pedestals, and inside structured cabling.
• Perform fiber and copper splicing (fusion and mechanical), OTDR and power meter testing, fault isolation and emergency restoration, and termination of cables in manholes, handholes, and wiring closets.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance, documentation of cabling routes, splicing records, and test results, and safety hazard assessments for all work zones.
• Collaborate with engineers, ISP technicians, and site leadership for infrastructure upgrades and repairs.
• Utilize company provided vehicle to travel to remote areas for work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level.
• US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED