What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecommunications Mechanic I - Columbus AFB position at Applied Computing Techn?
Job Description: Telecommunications Mechanic I
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance
Employment Status: Full Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Travel Required: No
Job Summary: The Telecommunications Mechanic I is responsible for assisting with the installation, maintenance, testing, and support of telecommunications and network cabling systems.
Essential Duties:
- Install, terminate, test, and label fiber optic and copper cabling
- Perform OTDR and fiber certification testing
- Install grounding/bonding systems per NEC and TIA standards
- Support conduit, innerduct, and pathway installation
- Perform patch panel installation and cable management
- Assist with removal of legacy cabling and infrastructure
- Support flightline and industrial environment installation
Minimum Experience, Education and Certification:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 years of ISP/OSP installation experience
- Fiber Optic Certification (e.g., FOA CFOT) preferred
- OSHA safety training
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience working with U.S. Air Force structure (preferred)
- Knowledge of structured cabling systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and physical layer network
- Ability to conduct site surveys and assess telecommunications infrastructure requirements
- Basic understanding of power requirements and the ability to perform rudimentary power estimations
- Experience with Fiber Optic Cabling and performing the test set to identify as well as mark for use
- Experience using test equipment to measure the amperage usage and cirucits on panels.
Physical Requirements:
The position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods of time. Employees must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, and work on elevated platforms or in confined spaces as needed. The role also requires the ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and required personal protective equipment (PPE). Work is performed in active environments while maintaining compliance with all applicable safety requirements
Work Environment:
Work is performed in telecommunications rooms, data centers, warehouses, and active operational facilities. The position may require indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions and temperatures and may involve exposure to elevated noise levels, dust, construction materials, and other conditions typical of industrial and construction sites. Employees may work on ladders, lifts, raised platforms, or in confined spaces and may support installations requiring strict adherence to safety, security, and operational procedures. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated work areas.
Standard (M-F) with on-call rotation 24x7x365