JOB
Start an exciting career as a Telecommunication Specialist 1 with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. This role offers the opportunity to support essential communication systems that keep operations running smoothly. You will work with advanced technology while learning new skills in a fast paced environment. Join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and a strong commitment to service.
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports the design, installation, repair, and maintenance of telecommunications systems across buildings and outdoor environments. The work focuses on cabling, equipment setup, troubleshooting, and coordination with staff and contractors.
As a Telecommunication Specialist 1, you will perform the following duties:
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Project Planning: Assist with planning telecommunications projects by preparing drawings, materials lists, and cost estimates
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Cable Installation: Unreels, pulls, and strings copper and fiber cable on poles, through utility vaults and conduit, and into buildings using bucket trucks and cable trailers
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Equipment Setup: Set up telecommunications components such as racks, patch panels, switches, and telephone systems
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Troubleshooting Work: Identify and repair cable damage, connectivity issues, and equipment failures
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Field Operations: Locate underground lines, mark construction areas, and travel to sites to complete assigned tasks
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Record Maintenance: Update telecommunications drawings and ensure work follows required cabling standards
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment.
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Work hours are 7:45 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 45-minute lunch.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
