Overview:
Telecommunications Mechanic I (TAFB-2026-25437):
Bowhead seeks an entry-level Telecommunications Mechanic I to provide installation and maintenance support for the Base Telecommunications System (BTS) at Travis AFB. The TM I works under supervision of senior technicians and project leadership to perform routine service orders, assist with cable installation and repair, and support mission-critical communications systems. This position is ideal for motivated candidates looking to grow in the telecommunications field while supporting a high-visibility DoD contract.
This is a Part Time on call position.
Responsibilities:
Essential functions will include:
Assisted Installation & Repair – Support senior technicians with pulling, terminating, and labeling copper and fiber cabling; installing jacks, patch panels, and raceways; and assisting with equipment relocations.
Routine Service Orders – Execute basic move/add/change tasks (MACs), such as connecting end-user phones, verifying dial tone, and documenting completed work orders in accordance with PWS service timelines.
Preventive Maintenance – Assist with inspections, cleaning, and simple adjustments on telecommunications systems under supervision to maintain service availability.
Troubleshooting Support – Provide first-level support in fault isolation using basic test sets (e.g., butt sets, tone and probe kits, handheld continuity testers), escalating unresolved issues to senior staff.
Safety & Compliance – Follow OSHA, NEC, and TIA/EIA standards in all work activities, including confined space, ladder use, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Database & Records Entry – Assist in updating plant records, service orders, and labeling systems in CAIRS/TMS or CVC as directed by senior technicians.
Customer Service – Provide courteous and professional support to base personnel requesting installations or service changes, ensuring all work areas are clean and restored after completion.
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Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Completion of vocational training, technical school, or military training in telecommunications, electronics, or IT systems.
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Years of experience
Minimum: 0–2 years of telecommunications or related low-voltage installation experience.
Preferred: 2+ years of hands-on work in a structured cabling, telecom, or DoD communications support environment.
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Required skills or certifications
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Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
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Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
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Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check. Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.
