Field Telecommunications Technician

Field Communications Technician

The Communications Technician will provide regional telecommunications field support. This role requires a highly motivated individual, capable of working independent of direct supervision, to support a wide array of communications systems. This position will provide direct support of local projects, system preventative maintenance, fault isolation and troubleshooting, and 24 hour on-call support. The technician will also provide support and first level training of field operations personnel.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting for various types of communication systems, such as voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, and satellite equipment, in addition to the infrastructure which it supports.
• Assist projects group with the implementation of project related systems.
• Direct local contractors engaged in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications systems.
• Provide support and first level training of field operations personnel.
• Act as first level liaison between field operations and the IT organization.
• Drive standards in the field and provide feedback to the communications engineering team.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support.
• Travel up to 40%.

Skill Requirements:

• 7+ years experience in the installation and/or maintenance of telecommunications systems, including wireless data systems, SCADA, and LAN cabling systems are required.
• The applicant should be able to utilize test equipment and software required to support telecommunications in the field.
• Proven experience with phone system and microwave communications systems installation and maintenance
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Telephony: VOIP Technology, PR1 & T1 Circuitry
• Physical Security: badge access, closed circuit television (CCTV), security cameras),
• Fiber Optics, Cabling: Hands on testing fiber optics. How to look at the tests and read it, get information on testing of fiber optics, and their process.
• RF: 2-way radio
• VSAT / satellite communications

Education Requirements:

• A high school degree or G.E.D. is required.
• An Associates degree in Electronics or 7 years of equivalent experience in the field of Electronics is required.

Soft Skills / Communication / Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work independently of direct supervision and prioritize assigned activities
• Ability to interact with internal and external teams /clients to solve problems.
• Physical ability to work in an outdoor environment and safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle

Nice to Have Requirements:

• A network certification (such as a CCNA)
• FCC license
• Experience with Intercoms

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.