The Telecom Technician is responsible for the installation, programming, testing, and maintenance of various types of Telecommunications equipment and systems for our Fortune 500 Energy client. Equipment/Systems include Fiber Optics, Microwave (SONET, DWDM, DS0 up to OC-192), Telephone Systems & Associated Physical Infrastructure (PBXs, subscriber sets, wiring, Network Interfaces), Wireless Systems (Two-way radio, paging, SCADA, siren control systems), Data Network, and common equipment including Antenna Networks (Towers, feedlines, combiners, duplexers), Power Equipment (emergency generators, batteries, inverters, UPS, transfer panels) and Grounding systems.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two-year degree in electronics, military training, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Two or more years previous work experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two or more years experience in the installation/maintenance of telecommunication networks and equipment.
- Proven trouble-shooting skills.
- Understanding of Data, Fiber Optics, Microwave, Wireless, and Voice Networks and proven ability to maintain and install these systems and associated equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to use specialized test equipment (OTDR, Spectrum Analyzer, RF Service Monitor, Optical Power and Source Meters, Battery Load Bank, Battery Measurement, DS1/DS3 Test Sets)
- One year prior experience splicing fiber using both mechanical or fusion splicing equipment.
WORK CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and steps in all types of facilities including Power plants, office buildings, and remote sites.
- Outside work required in all types of weather.
- Regular overtime and weekend work, with extensive travel, mainly in an assigned client-provided vehicle, with occasional flights on commercial airline.
- Able to obtain DOT drivers health card
- Regular second shift and call-out duties
Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws