Outside Plant Tech (OSP) Active Secret Clearance Fort Irwin, CA

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Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.


Job Description
The OSP Telecom Technician is responsible for installing maintaining troubleshooting and repairing outside plant telecommunications infrastructure including fiber optic and copper cable systems. This role supports aerial underground and buried network construction activities while ensuring work is completed safely accurately and in accordance with project specifications customer standards and industry best practices.


Responsibilities

Install splice terminate test and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cable systems.

Perform aerial and underground outside plant construction support.

Read and interpret blueprints splice diagrams work prints maps and job specifications.

Install and maintain handholes pedestals cabinets terminals closures and related OSP equipment.

Perform fiber testing using OTDR power meters light sources and related test equipment.

Identify and resolve service issues cable faults signal loss and damaged infrastructure.

Maintain accurate records of completed work test results redlines materials used and field changes.

Operate and maintain basic telecom tools hand tools power tools and testing equipment.

Follow safety standards traffic control procedures OSHA requirements and company policies.

Coordinate with supervisors project managers customers inspectors and other field crews.

Support emergency restoration work as needed including after-hours or weekend response.

Ensure all work areas are left clean safe and compliant with customer and regulatory requirements.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications

Active DoD Secret clearance.
High School Diploma/GED.
Active unexpired certification as per DoD 8570.01-M guidelines is required i.e. ONE of the following is required: CompTIA SecurityCE CCNA Security CySA GICSP
GSEC or SSCP) at time of hire or within 60 days of hire date
Previous experience in outside plant telecommunications fiber optics utility construction or related field preferred.

Knowledge of fiber optic cable installation splicing termination and testing.

Ability to read construction drawings cable records and network diagrams.

Familiarity with aerial buried and underground telecom infrastructure.

Ability to use OTDRs power meters fusion splicers and basic telecom testing tools.

Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. climb ladders work in confined spaces and perform physical labor outdoors.

Willingness to work in various weather conditions and travel to job sites as needed.

Strong attention to detail safety awareness and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

Fiber optic certification such as FOA CFOT or equivalent.

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Bucket truck ladder safety or confined space training.

Experience with utility locating cable blowing directional boring support or aerial strand work.

Experience working with telecom providers government contracts or commercial network projects.

On-Site
Pay Range

$38.00 - $40.87 per hour
Health & Welfare

$5.55 per hour
Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOLs Wage Determination.