Job Title: Telecommunications Technician
Reports to: Project Manager (to be determined onsite)
FLSA: Full Time Salary Exempt
Primary Work Location: Rock Island, IL
COMPANY OVERVIEW
AITC is a fast-growing, proven Information Technology Company focused on Network and Systems Engineering and Integration, Professional Services, Medical Simulation, Test and Training Systems and End-To-End Product and Technology solutions. AITC provides expert support in Information Systems Design and Cyber Security, Strategic Planning, Program and Project Management, Security Risk Assessment, and Logistics for Federal Government and Public Sector markets.
AITC is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company. All employees are required to be aware of our Quality Policy and must adhere to AITC's established ISO policies, standards, and
procedures.
POSITION OVERVIEW
AITC is seeking Telecommunications Technicians to perform O&M for both ISP & OSP and provide customer telephone/data requirements support.
RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES
• Perform O&M of the ISP systems and equipment.
o Perform all administrative, O&M functions, and routines required for the telephone switching equipment, voice mail system, firewall and other systems directly connected to the switch.
o Maintenance, install, test, optimize, and repair telecommunications equipment and systems.
• Support and maintain OSP requirements.
o Provide support to maintain, install, move, or remove all cable, to include copper, coaxial, underground buried, aerial, fiber optic cable and transmission systems equipment.
o Includes all cabling, connectors, terminations, and inner-ducts from point of demarcation to the installation point for the required service to include T-1, ISDN, DS-3, Ethernet, and optical carrier systems.
o Report any outside plant cabling or equipment issues not meeting Army Standards to the COR in writing immediately after discovery.
• Support customer telephone/data requirements to include:
o Respond to service requests and isolation and repair of telephone troubles.
o Process service orders for all approved moves, adds, and changes requirements.
• Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function.
• Additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• ITIL Foundations within 6 months.
• SECRET Clearance
• Security CE (for ISP)
• Must be a US citizen.
• Able to work Overtime as required.
• Must be available to travel as required.
Associate Level (Experience & Education) – 0-2 years related experience / High School Diploma.
Intermediate Level (Experience & Education) – 3-5 years related experience / Associate Degree or Vocational School Diploma.
Senior Level (Experience & Education) - 6 years related experience / Associate Degree or Vocational School Diploma.
PREFERRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledgeable in Army Network Enterprise Center operations
• Work experience with Avaya brand switches.
• May require CDL driver’s license and heavy equipment operator certs.
• BISCI, OEM, Certified Fiber Optic Technician (FOA) (CFOT) certification or similar industry certifications in equipment used to perform job (e.g., tester, splicer, and cabling type(s). TIA 102; EIA 310D; TIA 603C; Bonding Grounding JSTD 607A.
• One of the following (for ISP):
o CEH
o CFR
o Cloud
o GICSP
o SSCP
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work reliably under minimal supervision.
• Work as part of our team to ensure customer satisfaction.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel and reach.
• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
• Must have visual acuity.
• Must be able to lift up-to 25 pounds.
COMPENSATION
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience, expertise, education, and potential. We offer our employees competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
AITC provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and offers equal opportunity for VEVRAA Protected Veterans. AITC, will not discriminate against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose compensation information.