Airport Telecommunications Specialist
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $82,680.00 - $119,888.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee wellness programs
Flexible work schedules
Job Description
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) is a government agency responsible for managing and operating some of the most prominent airports in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). MWAA plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, security, and seamless operation of these critical transportation hubs. Committed to excellence in airport management, MWAA continually invests in infrastructure upgrades and technological advancements to improve the passenger and airline experience. Recognized as a leader in airport operations, MWAA prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering opportunities for professional... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- State driver's license in good standing
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments including confined spaces and elevated locations
- Ability to operate vehicles airside and landside with AOA permit
- Capability to lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Compliance with safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment
- Availability for 24-hour on-call and recall for essential services and emergencies
- Willingness to undergo background security investigation
Job Qualifications
- Six years of progressively responsible experience in outside plant cabling including copper and fiber optic facilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of network communications systems and daily operations
- Skilled in installation, testing, and location of outside plant cabling
- Ability to read floor plans, construction drawings, schematics, blueprints, wire mapping, and color codes
- Knowledge of handling, inspecting, and cleaning fiber optic cable
- Skilled in fiber optic and copper cable splicing and termination for both outside and inside plants
- Ability to perform detailed analyses of engineering data and blueprints
- Proficient in standard construction permitting processes
- Skilled in using Blue Beam, GIS, and Visio software
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred certifications include BICSI, FOA, ICAC, and knowledge of Telcordia GR-1275-CORE standards
Job Duties
- Provide daily oversight and management of airport telecommunications projects
- Assist the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) in managing telecom call orders and projects
- Inspect contractor work for installation, testing, and maintenance of cabling plants and communication systems
- Review contractor documents, permits, and attend preconstruction project meetings
- Locate and document inside and outside network communications cabling
- Serve as liaison to IT and other departments regarding network communications
- Provide technical support and recommendations for fiber optic and copper cable installation, splicing, and termination
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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