Telecommunications Mechanic

Essential Responsibilities: Comprehensive knowledge of telecommunications principles such as switching, traffic, signaling, outside plant and networking and a knowledge of the operational, capabilities, and limitations of electronic telecommunications equipment and systems to diagnose problems and determine corrective action. -Knowledge of digital switch subsystems such as the computer processor unit (CPU), disk drives, time-division-multiplex (TDM) switching matrices, trunk, and line circuit packs for analog and digital ports, signaling converters, digital announcers, and long-distance recorders. -Knowledge of the central office's automated tables/files to retrieve maintenance information, directory assignments, call routes, trunk assignments, equipment features, and equipment interface conditions. -Knowledge of transmission media subsystems such as T1-carrier cable terminals and repeaters, pulse-code-modulation (PCM) channel banks, optic fiber transceivers, multiplexers and cables, and subscriber line carrier systems. Knowledge of terminal equipment including digital telephones, synchronous and asynchronous data modules, modems, protocol converters, and interface equipment to data networks. -Skill in using test equipment such as: oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, digital transmission test sets, computerized analog measuring systems, PCM span and repeater test sets, cable fault locators, optical time domain reflectometers, and optical power meters to perform test procedures from manufacturers' technical manuals on lines, incoming trunks, outgoing trunks, central controller, central message center, input/output devices, networks, peripheral modules, link junctures, attendant consoles, channel bank equipment, and T-1 span repeater units. -Skill in loading, programming, manipulating, and retrieving data from dual-processor controlled voice and nonvoice switching systems. -Skill in using automated central office test equipment and computerized test systems for fault isolation, system diagnostics, and trend analysis on traffic studies, circuits, and networks. -Skill at using central office manual and automated record systems to record traffic load and telephone number assignments. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Physical Effort: The work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing ladders. In addition, the work requires frequent lifting and carrying of equipment weighing up to 45 pounds. Working Conditions : Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather. Inside work areas can range from well lighted, heated, and climatically controlled to poorly illuminated work areas such as attics, crawl spaces, basements, and manholes. Workers are exposed to dust, dirt, and falls from ladders while installing cable. Subject to electrical shock from electrical or radio frequency energy and to burns from hot components, or laser light emissions. Subject to cuts and bruises from handling cable and equipment and from using hand tools. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: -High School Diploma or GED -Minimum of one (1) year of job-related experience -Experience with voice and nonvoice communications systems -Knowledge and experience with digital switching equipment, 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 -Experience with cable and pair assignments, and proper cross connections on the main distribution frame using electric soldering irons and wire wrap guns -Experience with analyzing 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 -Experience maintaining manual and/or computerized central office records, including detail records, traffic analysis records, cable records, line records, subscriber service records and spare parts inventories. -Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. -Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and a government background check. -Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. -Must be able to speak, read and write English. Compensation & Benefits HIRING HOURLY Rate of Pay: $41.50 (Hourly rate set by Area Wage Determination) This position includes a competitive benefits package, to include: + Vacation Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service with a contractor or successor; 3 weeks after 8 years, 4 weeks after 15 years, and 5 weeks after 25 years. + Sick leave: IAW Executive Order 13706 employees are provided with up to seven (7) days of paid sick leave annually. + SCA Health & Welfare Benefits: Employees are provided with hourly rate set by AWD, up to 80 hours per pay period for the purchase of all, some, or no benefits. The remaining balance will be deposited into a 401k account. + 11 Paid holidays annually (prorated dependent on hire date) Compensation Details: 41.50 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: + Health, dental, and vision insurance + Paid time off and holidays + Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) + Educational reimbursement + Parental leave + Employee stock purchase plan + Tax-saving options + Disability and life insurance + Pet insurance _Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits._ Original Posting: 03/27/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (.

Created: 2026-03-30