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Telecommunications Mechanic I

Abacus Technology

  • Charleston, South Carolina
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Overview: Abacus Technology is seeking a Telecommunications Mechanic I to install, remove, and relocate common telephone systems equipment in support of Base Telecommunications System (BTS) for the Joint Base Charleston. Experience installing, testing, and troubleshooting CAT 5e/6, ISP/OSP fiber optic cabling, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) data administration, analog phones, fiber connectors, and remote alarm systems.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCharleston, South Carolina
    IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
    Company Size100 to 499 employees
    Year Founded1983

    Description

    Overview:

    Abacus Technology is seeking a Telecommunications Mechanic I to install, remove, and relocate common telephone systems equipment in support of Base Telecommunications System (BTS) for the Joint Base Charleston.  This is a full-time position.

    Responsibilities:
    • Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cable to meet job requirements as specified in work order within time specified in contract work order priority. 
    • Perform cabling, power, grounding of various types of equipment and hardware using proper tools and safety practices. 
    • Perform various types of installations with minimal supervision using established quality and safety practices. 
    • Prepare cables, fiber or switchboard or power for terminations. 
    • Perform cabling, ironwork, wiring, basic splicing functions, cable and lead verification. 
    • Install, remove, or relocate various common telecommunication equipment.
    Qualifications:

    2+ years experience in installation of telephone systems equipment and cabling plant.  Must be BICSI Installer 1 (INST1) certified.  Experience installing, testing, and troubleshooting CAT 5e/6, ISP/OSP fiber optic cabling, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) data administration, analog phones, fiber connectors, and remote alarm systems.  Experience with copper and fiber optic cable splicing and testing.  Experience with point to point dry circuits.  Knowledge of manhole/hand hole, conduit, MaxCell, and fiber/copper cable installations.  Experience with trenching as well as operating backhoes and excavators.  Knowledge of DC power systems, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, established safety and quality practices.  Able to perform cabling, ironwork, wiring, basic splicing functions, cable and lead verification, use basic method of procedure for job species and drawings; ability to test and turn up various communications equipment.  Must be a US citizen.

     

    Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

     

    EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

    About Company

    To be successful in today's rapidly changing business and technology environment, you need an experienced and agile partner you can trust. Abacus Technology Corporation has big business experience, without big business inefficiencies. We can tackle any challenge, effectively and with flexibility. As an independently-owned and operated business, we make decisions to exceed customer – not shareholder – expectations. Abacus Technology Corporation offers a full spectrum of information technology support integrated with professional services in software, systems, management, communications, and engineering analysis. Through these tailored support services, we supply our customers with innovative, value-added, and process-driven solutions for exceeding their strategic business goals through improved service delivery quality and enabling them to realize significant operational cost savings.

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