Telecommunications Mechanic - Alamogordo, United States - Ka'ala Systems Technology Corporation

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Ka'ala Systems Technology Corporation seeks Telecommunications Mechanics to provide technical support and be responsible for overall maintenance and repairs of Base Telecommunications Services (BTS) at Holloman AFB, NM. The Telecommunications Mechanic installs, tests, troubleshoots, programs, maintains, and repairs digital switching equipment, Audix voice mail system, attendant consoles, power and ringing relay racks, miscellaneous telephone, radio, fire alarms, intrusion alarms, and computer data circuits and related equipment required in the central switching office. Individual may assist switch technicians and cable splicers with installing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting fiber optic cable systems. Prefer individuals with global knowledge of how BTS operates under government contracts including:

Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) O&M

• Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs)
• Switch Power Tests
• Spare Conductor Tests
• Manhole Inspections
• Cable Analysis
• Terminal Analysis
• As-Builts Drawings using Visio

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs/removes, tests and troubleshoots telephone, radio and alarm systems as required.
• Analyzes software and hardware to isolate system failures.
• Maintains central office records and performs administrative duties including month end billing and other financials.
• Maintains helpdesk and generates trouble tickets.
• Provides administrative support to the Project Manager.
• Ability to work both independently (with little supervisory) direction and as a team player.
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities effectively and work productively with other staff in the workplace.
• Ability to perform duties and operation of tools of the trade in strict compliance with OSHA rules with knowledge/awareness of safety issues.
• Must possess a strong desire to provide excellent customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED, required. Associates Degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience performing equipment troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance for structured cabling systems and radio systems.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience coordinating helpdesk and trouble tickets.
• Experience using common hand tools in making repetitive repairs under loose supervision.
• Must be fluent in English and able to read, write and follow instructions (including diagrams, flow charts and pictures).
• Basic computer/PC knowledge required including; spreadsheet software, word processing software and knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Visio experience drafting As Built drawings is highly desired.
• Valid driver's license, current vehicle registration and certificate of insurance are required for privately owned vehicles seeking permission to access the air force base.
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation and obtain/maintain requirements for military base access.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is:

• Regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, move, manipulate or feel objects; talk and/or hear.
• Frequently required to stand and/or walk and routinely required to reach with hands and arms.
• Routinely required to stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or squat.
• Frequently required to work in manhole systems or other confined spaces.
• Frequently lifts and /or moves up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of the minimum standards an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Grooming and dress code will be in keeping with Company and customer's standards. The work environment varies and includes, but is not limited to; office space, equipment rooms, warehouse space, construction zones, field conditions, confined spaces and outdoor environments. Work hours may fluctuate outside of normal duty hours.

Company DescriptionKST is a native Hawaiian/Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business founded in Hawaii in March 2011. Ka'ala Systems Technology Corporation is a certified Minority and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. Kaala Systems Technology Corporation (KST) is an emerging, growing, high technology company specializing in information and communications systems including both Local and Wide Area general operations support services, Telecommunication support services, fully integrated CCTV-based security solution services and Multimedia & Audio Visual support services.

Company Description

KST is a native Hawaiian/Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business founded in Hawaii in March 2011. Ka'ala Systems Technology Corporation is a certified Minority and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. Kaala Systems Technology Corporation (KST) is an emerging, growing, high technology company specializing in information and communications systems including both Local and Wide Area general operations support services, Telecommunication support services, fully integrated CCTV-based security solution services and Multimedia & Audio Visual support services.