Field Installation Support Technician

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Field Installation Support Technician to join our team! In this role, you will provide hands-on support to field teams installing and preparing sites for air traffic control systems and infrastructure at FAA facilities throughout the National Airspace System. Working under the direction of a Field Installation Manager, crew lead, or senior technician, you will assist electricians, electronics technicians, installers, engineers, and other field personnel with general site preparation, material handling, equipment installation support, facility restoration, and project closeout activities.

T5 Program Summary: The Federal Aviation Administration awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5, T5, to Parsons in April 2023. Parsons is the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities supporting the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan, reimbursable programs, FAA modernization initiatives, national security programs, and aviation safety. Work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required. Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions, as well as at the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and several U.S. territories. An average staff of approximately 500, with a peak staff of more than 650, supports this contract in addition to subcontractors performing construction and specialty work.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide general hands-on support to field crews performing equipment installation, site preparation, relocation, modification, removal, and facility restoration activities.

• Assist electricians, electronics technicians, electronics installers, engineers, and other skilled personnel in completing assigned field work.

• Prepare work areas by moving furniture or equipment, installing floor and equipment protection, setting up tools and materials, and establishing safe and orderly work zones.

• Remove, protect, and reinstall floor tiles, ceiling tiles, access panels, covers, and other facility components as required to complete installation work.

• Measure, mark, cut, drill, fasten, and assemble basic installation materials such as plywood, blocking, spacers, brackets, supports, and equipment enclosures.

• Assist with drilling and installing approved anchors in concrete floors or walls for racks, cabinets, equipment bases, conduit supports, cable trays, and similar equipment.

• Assist with the assembly, placement, leveling, anchoring, and installation of equipment racks, cabinets, consoles, mounting hardware, and other system components.

• Support cable installation activities, including pulling, routing, dressing, securing, labeling, and organizing cables under the direction of qualified technical personnel.

• Receive, unload, inventory, stage, move, and protect tools, equipment, installation materials, and project supplies.

• Operate common hand and power tools safely and in accordance with manufacturer instructions, project procedures, and Parsons requirements.

• Read and follow basic installation drawings, equipment layouts, work plans, checklists, written instructions, and site-specific procedures.

• Support installation team setup and closeout activities, including work-area cleanup, removal of packing materials and debris, tool accountability, and restoration of the facility to an acceptable condition.

• Complete assigned checklists, material records, work logs, photographs, and other field documentation as directed.

• Identify damaged materials, unsafe conditions, missing equipment, drawing conflicts, or other field issues and promptly report them to the crew lead or Field Installation Manager.

• Follow all FAA and Parsons safety, security, quality, configuration-control, and site-access requirements.

• Work cooperatively with field personnel, FAA representatives, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders in active operational facilities.

• Perform only those electrical, electronic, equipment-operation, or other specialized activities for which the employee is properly trained, qualified, and authorized.

• Travel to project sites and work nights, weekends, extended shifts, or other nonstandard schedules when required to support installation and operational windows.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in field services, facilities support, installation support, general maintenance, construction support, warehouse operations, mechanical work, military service, or a related environment. Entry-level candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and relevant training may also be considered.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely use common hand and power tools.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively under the direction of a crew lead, supervisor, or senior technician.

• Ability to take accurate measurements and perform basic calculations using a tape measure and other common measuring tools.

• Ability to read and follow basic drawings, diagrams, equipment layouts, installation instructions, and work plans.

• Strong teamwork, dependability, communication, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work safely in active facilities, equipment rooms, warehouses, shops, and field environments.

• Ability to perform physical work that may include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing ladders, and working in confined or restricted areas.

• Basic computer and mobile-device skills sufficient to complete electronic timekeeping, training, communications, and field documentation.

• Must be willing and able to travel extensively within the United States, potentially up to 100% depending on project assignments.

• Must be able to meet customer security requirements. A background check by federal authorities will be performed.

What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:

• Experience supporting equipment installations, site preparation, facilities modification, telecommunications, electrical work, data centers, airports, utilities, industrial facilities, or other technical field environments.

• Experience installing concrete anchors, equipment racks, cabinets, mounting hardware, cable supports, plywood assemblies, or similar installation components.

• Basic experience with cable pulling, routing, labeling, equipment mounting, or installation documentation.

• Familiarity with FAA facilities, airports, air traffic control environments, government facilities, or other mission-critical operating environments.

• OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, forklift, aerial-lift, fall-protection, or other applicable safety training or certifications.

• Experience working as part of a geographically dispersed or traveling installation crew.

Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Security Clearance Requirement: None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $15.68 - $71.30

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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