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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

TELECOMMUNICATIONS MECHANIC

Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$29.77/hr - $34.72/hr

USAJOBS is seeking a Telecommunications Mechanic for the Department of the Navy. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining telephone lines and telecommunications equipment, as well as troubleshooting and restoring faulty circuits.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You will install, repair, modify and maintain telephone lines, cables and related equipment

You will operate test equipment (e.g., telephone test sets, dial speed indicators, computer diagnostic equipment, optical time domain reflector meters) to analyze and restore faulty voice and non-voice circuits

You will inspect telecommunications equipment to determine source of trouble (e.g., worn or bare wires, loose connections, broken components)

You will troubleshoot telephone equipment and wiring to verify functionality and correct working order

You will use terminal equipment (e.g., digital telephone, synchronous and asynchronous data modules, modems, protocol converts, interface equipment to data networks) for designing, installing, testing, and maintaining digital circuitry

Qualification

Telecommunications systemsCopperFiber optic cablesTest equipment operationTroubleshootingHand tools proficiencySecurity clearanceDigital circuitry maintenanceSoft skills

Required

Must be a US Citizen

Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Must participate in the direct deposit pay program

New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check

This is an overseas position. You will be subject to and must be able to satisfy the overseas requirements of the 26Jul12 DODI 1400.25 V1230

This position may require travel to places within and outside the contiguous United States which could include remote or isolated sites

If eligible for permanent change of station, the appointee will be required to sign a transportation agreement to establish a Government time in service requirement of 12 months

Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport

May be required to obtain a VISA dependent on the overseas country's laws/regulations

You will be required to sign the Statement of Understanding for Overseas Employment acknowledging receipt and understanding of the statement of living and working conditions for this location

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination

You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty

This position is designated as a Cyber IT/Cybersecurity Workforce position. You must obtain and maintain the credentials as described in SECNAV M-5239.2 for specialty area 411 level

You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases

You will be required to obtain and maintain a current operator's license

You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift

Ability to perform the work of a Telecommunications Mechanic without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by 1) Installing and terminating copper and fiber optic cables of telecommunication systems; 2) Repairing worn wires, loose connections or broken components of telecommunications systems; 3) Using hand tools of the trade such as crimpers, punch-down tools, pipe benders, and wire wrap/unwrap tools

Benefits

Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—Relocation expenses (i.e. PCS) for candidates outside of the commuting area are authorized in accordance with applicable travel regulations and Department of Navy Policy. Relocation incentives as described in 5 USC 5753 may be authorized in accordance with applicable command policy.