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SMS Data Products Group, Inc. · 3 months ago

Telephone Systems OSP Cable Technician

US-NM-Albuquerque

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a Telephone Systems OSP Cable Technician for the Kirtland Air Force Base C4 Contract in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role involves maintaining and repairing OSP copper and fiber cable systems and related infrastructure throughout the installation.

GovernmentHardwareInformation TechnologySoftwareTelecommunications

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Performing routine cable locations for dig permit requests

Survey manholes and duct systems for government run projects

Occasional quality assurance inspections

Occasional OSP copper and fiber cable splicing for repair

Maintaining and repairing existing manholes and in-frequent installation or repair of inside telephone and network wiring

Prospective candidate will be familiar with current copper and fiber installation and testing standards and perform installations according to current base, industry, and safety standards, and legal requirements

Work will be performed based on customer submitted work orders, dig permit requests, or emergency outage reports

Work requires coordination with customers, permitting office, and other work centers

All work is to be properly documented, labeled, and recorded to include entry into electronic records systems as required

Qualification

Telecommunications systems knowledgeCopperFiber installationCable locatingCustomer service experienceSafety practices knowledgeDiplomaticMulti-taskingDependableReliableCritical thinkingSelf-starter

Required

High School Diploma/GED

Knowledge in telecommunications systems and practices

Familiarity with copper and fiber cable installation, repair, and cable locating

Knowledge of exterior communications infrastructure to include manholes, ducts, inner-ducts, and aerial lines

Responsible for maintaining and repairing existing manholes, which includes patching leaks, replacing damaged parts, and ensuring accessibility for maintenance and repairs

Customer service experience

Ability to meet physical requirements of the positions such as climbing ladders, standing, bending, and lifting for duration of the duty day. Must be capable of working in confined spaces

Coordinates with the customer on specific requirements, and where necessary and appropriate coordinates with other contractors

Must have the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, meet with the customer tactfully and courteously and establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with customers and coworkers

Understanding of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed in a telecommunication environment

Experience with the tools and test equipment required for the installation and maintenance of telephone and data network services

Applicant must possess refined critical thinking skills, should be a self-starter, and possess the ability to direct the activities of other team members

Applicant must be diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptive to a dynamic environment, dependable and reliable

Previous experience with interior and/or exterior cable installation, maintenance, and testing

Valid New Mexico driver's license and reliable transportation required

Requires a DoD SECRET security clearance