Outside Plant Technician, SLD SC Security Clearance

Position: Outside Plant Technician, SLD 30 SC with Security Clearance
Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base

Duties Help The United States Space Force (USSF) at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Lompoc, CA is searching for an Outside Plant Technician to support SLD 30 SC (WG-2502-10).

Description:

Are you a hands-on telecom technician with at least one year of experience who is looking for a real mission? We are the Outside Plant (OSP) shop for Vandenberg Space Force Base, and we're looking for a skilled, motivated individual to join our team. We don't just connect buildings; we own the physical communications backbone that launches rockets into orbit. If you're a problem-solver who thrives in the outdoors and takes pride in your work, you're the person we're looking for.

This isn't a desk job-you're a "Cable Dawg" who understands that when a critical line goes down, the mission depends on you. Your daily work will be as dynamic as our mission. One day you'll be driving a 4x4 utility truck through rugged back-country terrain to a remote launch site; the next, you'll be operating a mini-excavator to trench for a new fiber optic line.

You will be on the front line, using state-of-the-art equipment like fusion splicers and OTDRs to perform emergency repairs, install critical infrastructure upgrades, and ensure the communications supporting America's space mission are 100% reliable. If you're ready to trade routine service calls for a high-stakes career where you play a direct role in the success of the United States Space Force, we want to hear from you.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this position will possess a minimum of one year of hands-on experience in the telecommunications field. This experience does not need to be in direct Outside Plant (OSP) work but must provide a strong foundation in cabling, connectivity, and safety protocols. We are looking for a motivated technician who is eager to apply their existing skills to the unique and demanding mission of the VSFB OSP environment.

Core Background & Attitude:
Work Ethic: A dependable, proactive professional who understands mission-critical deadlines and the importance of quality workmanship. Outdoor Aptitude:
Thrives in an outdoor work environment and is physically capable of performing demanding tasks in all weather conditions on Vandenberg's diverse terrain. Safety Mindset:
Has a proven history of adhering to safety procedures, especially when working around utilities, heavy machinery, and critical infrastructure.

Minimum Experience:

Candidate must have documented, hands-on experience in a telecommunications-related field. Equivalent experience includes, but is not limited to:
Installation and maintenance of low-voltage cabling (e.g fiber optics , Outside plant copper) Work as an electrician's apprentice/helper with a focus on running conduit and pulling cable. Service in a military telecommunications role (e.g., USAF Cable & Antenna Systems "Cable Dawg", Cyber Transport; Army 25L/N; Navy IT) following initial technical training. Field service or installation work with a commercial telecommunications provider.

Tools:
Proven proficiency with common hand and power tools used in the telecommunications or construction trades. Technical Aptitude:
The ability to learn and apply new technical concepts, read basic diagrams, and logically troubleshoot connectivity issues. In short, we are seeking a candidate with a solid foundation in telecommunications who is ready to build a specialized career and become an expert in the mission-critical Outside Plant environment at Vandenberg SFB. Key

Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures such as safety precautions related to oxygen deficiency, oxygen enrichment, toxic and explosive gases, working aloft, rescue procedures for aerial and underground environments, basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
2. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, layout, install, modify, troubleshoot and repair a variety of infrastructure methods.
3. Knowledge of the principals and theories of telephony fundamentals, electronic principles including digital techniques, copper core and fiber optic transmission principals as they apply to telecommunications.
4. Skill in…