Telecommunications Technician

Work within a team environment to install copper and fiber network infrastructure inside (ISP) buildings and outside (OSP) across campuses. Take direction from the Team Lead or others as appointed. Assist team members with preparing vehicles for deployments, inventorying materials and equipment, and attending any customer meetings. Rack and stack equipment in equipment cabinets, wall cabinets or other locations based on design drawings.

**Responsibilities**

+ Installs, repairs, and maintains data, voice, and network communications systems, using hand tools and software and hardware testing instruments and techniques.

+ Reviews work orders to move, change, install, upgrade, repair, or remove data communications equipment.

+ Reads technical manuals to learn correct settings for equipment.

+ Measures, cuts, and installs wires and cables.

+ Connects computers or terminals to data communication lines, using hand tools and following diagrams and manuals.

+ Enters commands into computer to test equipment.

+ Maintains working knowledge of current technologies, applications, and industry trends.

+ May plan layout and installation of data communications equipment.

+ May demonstrate use of equipment.

+ More complex issues are elevated to higher-level staff.

**Qualifications**

+ HS diploma.

+ 0-2 years of experience

+ Ability to climb ladders above 6'.

+ Basic knowledge of hand tools and how to properly and safely use them.

+ Able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

+ Must have reliable transportation.

+ Ability to work effectively as part of a team under the supervision of senior technicians.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills.

**Physical Demands:**

+ Ability to lift 40lbs.

+ Ability to stand for long periods of time.

+ Ability to work in confined spaces and areas above the head.

+ Must be able to correctly differentiate cable colors for termination.

**Job ID**

2025-20234

**Work Type**

On-Site

**Pay Range**

$21.50 per hour

**Benefits**

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

**Company Description**

**Work Where it Matters**

Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

**For our shareholders,** ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

**For our government customers,** ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.

**As an ADM employee,** you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).