Telecommunications Specialist 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lebanon County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Start an exciting career as a Telecommunication Specialist 1 with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. This role offers the opportunity to support essential communication systems that keep operations running smoothly. You will work with advanced technology while learning new skills in a fast paced environment. Join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and a strong commitment to service.

Requirements

• Three years of technical experience providing microcomputer support services that included information technology or telecommunications hardware and software installation, operation, and maintenance within a network environment
• Three years of voice or data telecommunications experience that included one year of system design or configuration experience and two years of general telecommunications experience that involved: technical management of systems for commercial or governmental applications or technical work in the acquisition, installation, repair, or maintenance of commercial or governmental systems
• One year of technical experience providing microcomputer support services that included information technology or telecommunications hardware and software installation, operation, and maintenance within a network environment, and an associate's degree in Microcomputer or Telecommunications Technology or other closely related field
• Post high school training in telecommunications technology; data communications; or electronics with emphasis in telecommunications technology may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the general telecommunications experience, but may not be substituted for the required experience in system design or configuration
• Possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap
• Pass a background check to obtain and maintain access to federal computer networks
• Meet the PA residency requirement
• Able to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning telecommunications projects by preparing drawings, materials lists, and cost estimates
• Unreels, pulls, and strings copper and fiber cable on poles, through utility vaults and conduit, and into buildings using bucket trucks and cable trailers
• Set up telecommunications components such as racks, patch panels, switches, and telephone systems
• Identify and repair cable damage, connectivity issues, and equipment failures
• Locate underground lines, mark construction areas, and travel to sites to complete assigned tasks
• Update telecommunications drawings and ensure work follows required cabling standards

What This Job Offers

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