Telecom Equipment Installer / Repairer-Mid

MSI, a Tetra Tech Company, needs a Telecom Equipment Installer for State Department IRM (Bureau of Information Resource Management) position in Springfield, Virginia.

Position Description

This position supports the Department of State (DoS) Vanguard 2.2.1 Program. The Telecom Equipment Installer position supports the Radio Programs Branch (RPB). The position is responsible for the installation, testing, integration, and maintenance of all two-way radio systems deployed by DoS’s Information Resource Management’s (IRM) Radio Programs Branch, including domestic and overseas posts.

Description of Duties

• Travels worldwide, including high-risk, danger, and war zone locations to perform system installations, maintenance, upgrades (both software and hardware), moves/adds/changes, repairs, surveys, de-installations, telecom equipment.
• Provides installation and maintenance support concerning, documentation, fabrication, wiring and actual installation of communication equipment.
• Assists with the installation of new equipment, or the removal and reinstallation of legacy equipment.
• Provides operational support by operating communication equipment and networking systems at designated locations.

Your Travel Logistics and After Action Activities

• You will travel 6-8 times per year, usually for 2-3 weeks per assignment.
• When you return you will debrief, write your trip report, complete your expense report, and plan for your next trip while supporting other radio techs in the field.

Your Work Schedule

• While in the Springfield, VA office, you will coordinate with the on-site Program Manager to set a flexible work schedule not to exceed 40 hours per week.
• International work schedules may be dictated by the location traveling, but will only exceed 40 hours if approved in writing in advance.

Your Uplifts and Overtime

• Uplifts will vary based on the field location according to State Dept. requirements.
• If necessary and approved in advance, overtime will be paid based on your time worked.

Your Benefits

• Benefits include, medical, dental, vision, 401K match, employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off.

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent working experience.
• Formularization or working knowledge of installation of equipment (telecom preferred).
• Experience working in a customer-facing environment.

Required Experience/Skills/Attributes

• Ability to work independently and without direction to meet deadlines and deliverables.

Desired Experience/Skills/Attributes

• Able to learn quickly on the job
• Working knowledge of IRM’s methodologies regarding the support of all DoS’s Radio infrastructures is a plus.

Clearance Requirement

• Secret (Active) – Interim Secret Clearances will also be considered

Willingness to Travel

Travel % required is up to 50% 

Company Information

MSI is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 470 locations around the world. We offer a competitive full range compensation package including; company subsidized medical, vision, dental and prescription coverage; company paid life insurance and long-term disability; 401 (k); employee stock purchase plan and so much more!

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities..

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability – No calls or agencies

Additional Information

• Organization: 174 PRT

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