Telecommunications Equipment Installer and Repairer

Telecommunications Equipment Installer and Repairer

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our "Shareholders," the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our Clients, the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is "We are One" because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

The Telecommunications Equipment Installer and Repairer provides advanced installation, maintenance, and optimization support for AF TENCAP's communications, video teleconferencing (VTC), audiovisual (A/V), and hardware, operating systems, and peripherals (HOSP) infrastructure. This role manages the lifecycle of telecommunications hardware, cable infrastructure, and related systems across multiple classification levels, ensuring compliance with Air Force and DoD standards. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the specialist coordinates with internal teams, external agencies, and vendors to plan, execute, and document installation and repair activities. A focus on quality workmanship, system reliability, HOSP lifecycle sustainment, and IT security vigilance is essential to supporting AF TENCAP's mission-critical communications infrastructure.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, coordinate, and perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of telecommunications, VTC, and A/V systems, including secure communications equipment and peripherals.
• Provide Level 2 HOSP maintenance, including diagnostics, component replacement, major system overhauls, and preventive maintenance to sustain mission-ready equipment.
• Coordinate and perform hardware and operating system upgrades, ensuring compliance with lifecycle and accreditation requirements.
• Manage cable plant infrastructure, including design, installation, documentation, and maintenance in compliance with DoD and AF standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex telecommunications and HOSP system failures, coordinating with vendors and external agencies as required.
• Maintain system documentation, including installation records, wiring diagrams, configuration baselines, and HOSP maintenance logs.
• Coordinate warranty repair actions and vendor maintenance services, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with contractual terms.
• Support VTC scheduling, training of unit personnel on system setup, and user assistance for secure conferencing systems.
• Ensure all telecommunications and HOSP activities integrate IT security best practices and comply with AF cybersecurity policies.
• Collaborate with network and systems administration teams to ensure seamless integration of telecom and HOSP systems into AF TENCAP networks.
• Provide technical guidance to leadership on telecommunications and HOSP capabilities, upgrade planning, and emerging technologies.
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy, adapting to evolving mission requirements while ensuring readiness of all telecommunications and HOSP systems.

Education/Training

• High School Diploma.
• Hold and maintain an 8570 IAT II compliant certification (Sec+).

Experience

• 3+ years of telecom equipment support experience.
• Experience supporting secure communications and A/V systems in a classified environment.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with cabling standards, telecom tools, and test equipment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and/or squat
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks or motions for prolonged periods
• Must have sufficient physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina to complete various tasks.

Work Environment

• This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed onsite at a customer location.
• Working indoors in an office or home office environment.

Special Requirements

• Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Must be able to be cleared for base or site access.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Locations: This position will be expected to perform duties at the customer facility within Colorado Springs.

Rate: $58,500 65,000 (final rate based on experience)

Closing Date: We will be accepting applications for this position until 5 September 2025.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401k, and match

EEO Statement: Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.