Telecommunications Mechanic II

Overview

Telecommunications Mechanic II (PSTS-):

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic II for a newly awarded contract effort to provide Base Telecom Support at the Puget Sound, WA Shipyard and satellite locations. The effort will provide telecommunications operations and maintenance (O&M). This includes secure and reliable, classified and unclassified, voice and data services in support of Command, Control, Computer, Communications and Information (C4I) operations and exercises.

Essential functions will include:

• Operate and maintain government-owned telephony switches (PBX), including:
  • Nortel Meridian Option 81c
• Perform:
  • Troubleshooting and repair of switch issues
  • Software updates and patching
  • Installation and configuration of switch hardware
  • Daily operation monitoring
  • Support for voicemail systems and IPE (Remote Intelligent Peripheral Equipment)
• Utilize company vehicle to travel to remote locations weekly.
• Ensure switch systems remain fully operational and compliant with DoD/Navy standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education
  • Associate’s degree or higher in IT or Cybersecurity (preferred).
• Years of experience
  • 2 years of experience required. 5 years preferred.
  • Prior experience within DoD networks.
• Required skills or certifications
  • Avaya Certified Support Specialist (ACSS) or equivalent.
  • Nortel Meridian System Administration or equivalent.
  • IAT Level II (per DoD 8570.01-M).
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or equivalent.
• 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.

Targeted pay range is $36.44/hr- $45.00/hr based on interview and experience.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.