Telecommunications Mechanic II

UIC Alaska • Whidbey Island, WA

5d • $36 - $45

About The Position

TELECOMMUNICATIONS MECHANIC II (PSTS-2025-23879): 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

• Associate’s degree or higher in IT or Cybersecurity (preferred).
• 2 years of experience required. 5 years preferred.
• Prior experience within DoD networks.
• Avaya Certified Support Specialist (ACSS) or equivalent
• Nortel Meridian System Administration or equivalent
• IAT Level II (per DoD 8570.01-M)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or equivalent
• 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
• 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 currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.
• US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain government-owned telephony switches (PBX) , including: Nortel Meridian Option 81c
• Perform: Troubleshooting and repair of switch issues
• Software updates and patching
• Installation and configuration of switch hardware
• Daily operation monitoring
• Support for voicemail systems and IPE (Remote Intelligent Peripheral Equipment)
• Utilize company vehicle to travel to remote locations weekly.
• Ensure switch systems remain fully operational and compliant with DoD/Navy standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree