Telecommunications Mechanic I

Overview

Telecommunications Mechanic I (MAFB-2026-26270):

Bowhead seeks a Telecommunications Mechanic I at Minot AFB location. The Telecommunications Mechanic I installs, tests, troubleshoots, programs, maintains, and repairs digital switching equipment, telephone sets, attendant consoles, power and ringing relay racks, miscellaneous telephone, radio, fire alarms, intrusion alarms, and computer data circuits and related apparatus required in the central switching office along with maintaining the VOIP networked phone system.

Responsibilities

The Telecommunications Mechanic I will analyze system failures and other unusual system occurrences to isolate the source of the problem and determine whether the failure is caused by software, hardware, or other factors. Employees in this position maintain manual and/or computerized central office records, including detail records, traffic analysis records, cable records, line records, subscriber service records, and spare parts inventories. Runs cables, key cables, or house wire to all telephone sets, terminal connectors, lugs, pins, or screws, associated with key telephone equipment and/or terminating equipment for non-voice circuits. Must have a global knowledge of how Base Telecommunications Services (BTS) operate under government contracts and understand working within the Federal Acquisition Regulations. IT fundamentals and experience with Ethernet and Fiber Optic technologies is required. Must Obtain Security+ Certification within 6 months of employment along with obtaining proper government clearance. Knowledge of Avaya and Cisco platforms and software applications.

Job duties to include but are not limited to:

• Operate and maintain BTS equipment and systems in a serviceable condition and/or restore to a serviceable condition; including equipment purchase(s), inspection, periodic testing, adjustment, and repair.

• Maintain BTS work center records, including but not limited to, BTS Maintenance/Repair Log, PMI inspection records, cable installation/repair test results, other required records applicable to the task order.

• Preventive Maintenance Inspections, including but not limited to, switch power tests and spare conduct / fiber strand test.

• Ability to install, remove, maintain, modify, troubleshoot, and repair voice and/or non-voice communications systems including intercom and public address systems; alarm systems; teletype equipment; and electronic and electromechanical telephone key systems/PBAXs; terminal and communications equipment, including line drivers.

• Possess the desire to provide customer service solutions and interact with coworkers and clients in a courteous and professional manner.

• Ability to work productively, multi-task and manage priorities effectively.

• Ability to perform duties and operation of tools of the trade safely and in strict compliance with OSHA rules.

• Answers the telephone repair helpdesk and interfaces with customers.

• Administrates the Cisco Call Manager server, Cisco Unity voicemail platform, and Cisco ISE access control list.

• Ability to work both independently with little supervisory direction and as a team player using good judgment and problem solving skills.

• Must be punctual and flexible regarding scheduled and non-scheduled service requirements.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

• Minimum of one (1) year experience performing equipment troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance for structured cabling systems.

• Experience splicing aerial cable from bucket lift, aerial lift and/or other hoist mechanism is a plus.

• Preference given to candidates with one or more years' experience installing, splicing and servicing Cat 5, 5e, 6 and fiber optics.

• Must be fluent in English and able to read, write and follow instructions (including diagrams, flow charts and pictures).

Target salary is $42.18/hour commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 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 be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public trust clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2026-26270

Category Information Technology

Location : Location US-ND-Minot AFB

SCA Hourly Rate USD $42.18/Hr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust (NAC)

Minimum Clearance Required N/A

Travel Requirement Less than 10%