Position Summary
Effective communication is vital to any mission’s success, so it’s essential we have the means to do so. It’s the job of Cable and Antenna Systems specialists to ensure that all cable and wireless systems are installed and maintained. From Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) to coaxial cable and antenna systems, these experts make sure that we maintain the ability to monitor a mission and communicate with our Airmen from anywhere in the world.
Primary Responsibilities
- Install, maintain and modify copper core, coaxial, waveguide and fiber-optic cable and antenna systems
- Climb antenna support structures and wooden poles to various heights for maintenance
- Interpret technical data to work on cable and antenna systems
- Operate and perform maintenance on tools, test equipment, auxiliary equipment and vehicles
- Locate, repair and replace faulty closures in various systems
Qualifications
This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Air National Guard. The application is for a specific position within the Air National Guard.
- High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED
- ASVAB Requirements: Mechanical; Electronics
- Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles
- Normal color vision
- Normal depth perception, gait and balance
- Physical ability to perform climbing duties
- Freedom from fear of heights and claustrophobia
- Completion of 8.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 39
About the Air National Guard
The Air National Guard is a unique military branch that offer you great careers while giving you the flexibility to work full time or part time. This means you can have a full time civilian career while serving as a military member in your community. By choosing to join the Air National Guard, you will be trained by the best technical experts in your field and will receive valuable leadership skills that will propel your future to new heights.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $49,838.78 per year
Work Location: On the road
