About this opportunity
Chartis Federal lists this Field Maintenance Technician opportunity in marfa, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Chartis Federal
Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.
Position Summary
Chartis Federal is seeking a Field Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, fault isolation, and sustainment support for U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s mobile surveillance systems, approximately 165 Mobile Video Surveillance Systems (MVSS/MVSS-R) and 90 Mobile Surveillance Capability systems (MSC/MSC-Lite), supporting U.S. Border Patrol operations along the southern and northern borders.
This role performs hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mobile surveillance platforms, tactical communications and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment, and associated command-and-control systems to reduce downtime and sustain operational availability for Border Patrol Agents.
Responsibilities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, fault isolation, and removal/replacement of failed Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) on mobile surveillance, tower, and sensor network systems
Troubleshoot and restore proprietary system software to full operational capability
Assist Sector Fleet with recovery of surveillance systems and equipment mounted on disabled trucks
Operate within CBP sustainment support facilities, managing forward-deployed spares
Complete Organizational and Intermediate Level maintenance per system maintenance manuals, maintenance plans, and SOPs
Document all maintenance actions, inventory, and asset condition in the Integrated Logistics Support System (ILSS)/Maximo
Support installation, integration, testing, programming, and troubleshooting of LMR and tactical communications equipment
Escalate maintenance issues that cannot be resolved locally to the immediate supervisor within 48 hours
Provide Help Line telephonic support during normal business hours (0600–1800 local time)
Travel locally/regionally (up to 25%) within the assigned area of operation to maintain surveillance technologies
Operate specialized tools and equipment (gantry cranes, pallet jacks, hoists, forklifts) in support of sustainment activities
Climb ladders and mobile systems safely to perform maintenance and repairs at elevated heights
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience in tactical communications installation and integration, electronic systems repair, mobile surveillance system maintenance, testing, programming, troubleshooting, and design, or equivalent
Valid state-issued driver’s license, required to travel to repair and maintenance sites
Gantry Crane Operator certification (current, or ability to obtain within 180 days of hire)
Ability to lift objects in excess of 50 lbs., climb ladders and mobile systems, and work in outdoor/field conditions, including extreme weather
U.S. citizenship required; Lawful Permanent Resident status is not accepted for this contract
Must satisfy CBP pre-screening requirements (no felony conviction within the past 36 months; no illegal drug use within the past 12 months) and obtain a favorably adjudicated Tier 4 (T4) or Tier 5 (T5) background investigation
Must complete DHS IT Security Awareness Training and Privacy Training, and sign the DHS Rules of Behavior, within 30 days of assignment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience maintaining CBP/DHS mobile surveillance systems (MVSS, MSC) or similar tactical/border security technology
Forklift Operator certification
Experience with ILSS/Maximo or comparable logistics and asset-tracking systems
OSHA and ANSI/TIA safety training or certification
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Field and remote-site environment, including maintenance shops and outlying locations
Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions (electrical shock, falls, chemicals, wildlife, hostile environments) and extreme weather
Requires climbing tall ladders and mobile systems, lifting objects over 50 lbs., and crouching or crawling in small work areas
Up to 25% local/regional travel within the assigned area of operation
Why Join Chartis Federal?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Retirement plans with company contributions
Professional development opportunities and career growth support
A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued
At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions. xhqgsiq
Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.
Worksite address
marfa, TX, 79843, US
Who can apply
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