A government agency located in Montgomery, AL is looking for an entry-level Telecom Technician for a long-term contract role. The position will be 100% onsite so the client is targeting candidates in and around the Montgomery, AL area.
Responsibilities:
- Install Network and telephone cabling as needed.
- Terminate and test cabling for optimal operation.
- Install telephone sets and test for proper operation.
- Test network equipment such as switches, LAN Extenders, and telephones.
- Troubleshoot voice and data issues to determine if repair or replacement is needed.
- Employee will have to travel to various State Prison Facilities throughout Alabama.
- Employee will be exposed and in contact with male and female inmates at the facilities while performing various tasks and responsibilities.
- Employee will be operating a State Owned Vehicle.
- No overnight travel will be required.
- Could work up to 5-10 overtime hours per week.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to install Cabling throughout buildings (Sometimes works in ceilings, crawlspaces, and on ladders)
- Ability to lift 60 lbs.
- Ability to work overhead.
- Knowledge of Network and Telephone cable termination methodologies.
- Knowledge of standard network and telephony cable coloring schemes.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Quick thinking & self-motivated.
- Experience in Network and telephone cable and equipment troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of standard network and telephony cable coloring schemes.
Required Experience:
- 12 months experience in the telephone or network field.
- Proven experience working as a Network and Telecommunications Technician.
- Sound knowledge of Network and Telecommunications systems.
Desired Experience
12 months of work in a telecommunications environment, involving installation and troubleshooting telephone cabling and end user equipment.
Education Required: High School / GED
Education Preferred: One year of postsecondary education program in Telecommunications, Telecommunications Technology. Preferred but not required.
Additional Information
- Candidates should live within 30 minutes of Montgomery, AL
- This is a full time onsite role, no exceptions
- Currently budgeted through FY25, contract may be extended
- Daily Per Diem has been worked into the rate. Please be aware there will NOT be additional payments for daily travel as it has been worked into the posted rate.
- Client is ready to interview upon receipt of qualified applicants!