SCA Maintenance Trades Helper
UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! SCA Maintenance Trades Helper ID 2024-21953 Category Telecommunications Location : Location US-MO-Whiteman AFB Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret Minimum Clearance Required Secret Travel Requirement Less than 10% Overview
Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. Join our Talent Community!
Maintenance Trades Helper (WAFB-2024-21953):
Bowhead is looking for a Full-Time Maintenance Trades Helper to assist with the day-to-day maintenance of the Base Telephone System (BTS). This role supports the Site Manager and Telecommunications Mechanic II by performing various tasks required for maintaining Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) cable and equipment. The Maintenance Trades Helper assists with performing preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) and scheduled tests on systems to ensure compliance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and contractual standards. This position is essential for ensuring system reliability and operational efficiency.
ResponsibilitiesThe Maintenance Trades helper will perform Inside Plant/Outside Plant installation, operation & maintenance. Must be able to use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers; hoists; saws; drills; and wrenches; to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. They will be a flexible “jack of all trades”.
Supporting Job duties to include but not limited to:
Assist in maintaining ISP and OSP cable and equipment as identified in contractual requirements.Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) and scheduled tests on telephone switches, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and backup power systems.Document test results to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and contractual standards.Elevate identified issues and trends to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) within one workday.Inspect and maintain maintenance holes, handholes, and building terminals by ensuring cables are tagged, ducts are sealed, and maintenance holes are cleaned of mud and debris.Update the Communication Vault and Conduit (CVC) database with accurate and up-to-date information.Perform system cross-connect and disconnect services as part of operation and maintenance (O&M) requirements.Conduct cable analysis, including reviewing records, identifying bad pairs, determining cable fill rates, and reporting findings to the COR.Assist in locating, staking, and marking of buried conduits or cables within specified timelines for emergency, priority, or routine requirements.Maintain detailed inspection, maintenance, and repair records to ensure accessibility for government review.Support cable installation and repair activities by documenting test results and updating the CVC database.Respond to emergencies, outages, and alerts, providing services 24/7 as required. Qualifications Ability to assist with maintenance and inspection tasks for ISP and OSP infrastructure.Capability to inspect maintenance holes, handholes, and terminals, ensuring cables are tagged, ducts sealed, and maintenance areas cleaned.Experience in electronics; instrumentation; and computer systems. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English. Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of timeMust be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to attain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
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Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.
All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. Join our Talent Community!
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