Telecom Technician II

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is a family of 8(a), HUBZone, SDB, and other companies wholly- owned by the largest tribe in Alaska. Each of its wholly- owned 30+ subsidiaries are uniquely qualified to deliver value to its customers and teaming partners. For over 30 years, THTBC has operated as a trusted US Federal contractor throughout the US and worldwide. THTBC delivers outstanding service with innovative, low-cost contract solutions to all its public and private sector customers worldwide.

Scope of Work:

Responsible for the operation, maintenance and installation of telecommunication and related communications systems supporting range operations. Accomplishes assigned tasks independently in accordance with overall project objectives and requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Performs operation, maintenance, and installation of open-wire, fiber optic, carrier cable, microwave communication, tactical radio, weapons scoring and range instrumentation systems.
• Examines work orders and wiring diagram to determine installation or repair procedures. Inspects connections, fittings, and installed wire and cable sections for conformance to specifications.
• Installs, tests, and repairs communications equipment, such as intercom systems, wired alarms, switchboards, telegraphs, and telephones using schematic diagrams, testing devices, and hand tools.
• Tests newly installed equipment and repairs or replaces faulty equipment, utilizing complex test equipment.
• Assist Engineers, Field Engineer and sub-contractor with installation of equipment as directed by CIS Manager.
• Maintains equipment and analyzes operational malfunctioning with testing devices, such as oscilloscopes, generators, meters, and electric bridges, to locate and diagnose nature of defect and necessary repairs.
• Examines mechanism and disassembles components to replace, clean, adjust or repair parts, wires, switches, relays, circuits, or signaling units.
• May repair cable; lay out plans for new equipment and estimate materials required.
• Assists with installation of LAN/WAN equipment, wiring, and topography including such items as switches and routers.
• Assists Government with CMS duties as required.
• Documents maintenance actions in IEMS.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Four years’ experience in Telecommunications and Range Scoring systems installation, operations, and maintenance
• Must have a current Security+ certification
• Four years’ experience in the following disciplines/equipment:
  • Voice and data communications systems
  • Administration and configuration of communication network systems.

• Digital communications networks
• Multiplexer equipment
• VHF/UHF tactical radios
• Microwave data links
  • Remote Link Monitoring systems
  • Transmitters
  • Receivers
  • Antennas and feed line systems
• Fiber-optic equipment
• Networking, routers, switches, repeaters and DSUs
• Video to digital converters

• Power Systems
  • Auto- transfer (UPS) equipment

• DC power supplies
• Low voltage AC equipment
• Primary and secondary power equipment

• Weapons Scoring Systems

• Electro-Optical equipment
  • Cameras
  • IR sensors
• Video signal processing and recording
• Video surveillance systems
• PTZ

• Telephone/Network Switches
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy “C” School or vocational school with formal training in the field of electronic equipment maintenance and equipment manufacturer training
• Tower climbing training
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Complete various DoD and corporate reoccurring training requirements, to include Information Assurance Training, CPR, and First Aid
• Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.
• Routine travel to remote site facilities may be involved.
• Work is occasionally performed in a shop or other facility environment that is moderately lighted, heated and ventilated, is exposed to disagreeable fumes and to cuts and bruises from using tools in close placed and hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts and sweepers in shop area.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequently lifts items weighing 15-25 pounds and occasionally in excess of 45 pounds.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.
• Tower climbing capabilities and entry into the Fall Protection Program.
• Must maintain licenses and/or credentials required for this position.

• Must be able to work independently and interact well with others in a team setting.

• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Highly motivated, flexible organized and must be detail oriented.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

• Ability to obtain and maintain an interim security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a fully adjudicated security clearance.

• Must have practical knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme cold / heat, etc.). Outside work in winter, summer, rain, sleet, and snow and on uneven terrain – side hills and slopes.

• Must be able to work alternate and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements of the customer to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform on-call duties when necessary and report to work within the required timeframe from notification.
• Physically fit to bend, stoop, and lift in awkward positions and able to lift up to 60 lbs.

• Duties will require frequent periods of bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, and reaching above shoulder level, and kneeling. Occasionally require periods of crawling and climbing.
• Must possess the ability to work in confined spaces such as manholes, steam tunnels and pump stations.
• Must possess the ability to work in a team or alone and be able to change jobs on short notice.
• Must have and maintain a valid state driver’s license to operate a company vehicle.
• Must have a safe driving record, as defined by Company policy, to operate a company vehicle.
• Must be able to successfully complete a drug/alcohol test and a criminal record check.

Benefits:

THTBC offers full-time employees and their families a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Company paid short term disability, basic life & AD&D
• Employee paid long term disability, voluntary life and AD&D for dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Accrued PTO based on years of service
• Paid holidays throughout the calendar year

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all the essential duties of the position satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including successfully completing a thorough background investigation.

THTBC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.