Telecommunications Mechanic

Provides Base Telecommunications System (BTS) Operations and Maintenance (O&M) tasks in support of a base telephone (voice) switching system, Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP). Duties & Responsibilities: Supports inside and outside plant (ISP/OSP) tasks, to include troubleshooting, installation, modification, and removal of telecommunications systems and cabling; perform preventative maintenance tasks (e.g. inspections) Assists Switch Technician in the DCO/RST on major cutovers, realignments, system upgrades, and VoIP. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor Requirements 3 years of qualified practical field experience Knowledge of OSHA safety standards BICSI installer, OSHA confined space / CISCO-IP-phones, TIA/EIA 568 Bldg Cable Standards, NEC - NFPA 70, 800 Articles, Tel Mech I OSP: 1 year of qualified practical field experience Knowledge of OSHA safety standards Outside and Inside Cable Plant experience VoIP Systems support Confined space certification required. Position requires sitting, standing, kneeling for long periods of time, lifting more than 50 lbs, climbing on ladders, and working in dirty and noisy areas. (Heavy Work) Proficient in troubleshooting techniques. Able to perform CPR and safety observer duties if necessary. Additional Information: Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a DoD security clearance. Candidate must be able to pass security background check If you require accessibility assistance for open position, please contact the Human Resources Department (Located in NJ) at EPS Corporation. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) / AA Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled / LGBT are encouraged to apply Desired Skills/Other Considerations Type of Security Clearance Required Secret