Communications Technician

Communications Technician

The Communications Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance on communication and SCADA equipment to ensure reliable operation of communication systems within a rail environment. This role oversees the proper functioning of central communication systems, supports field technicians with troubleshooting, and ensures all activities comply with safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on communication and SCADA equipment to meet availability for service requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with maintenance procedures and instructions, including safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Implement and follow procedures and rules for service, repair, and maintenance of communication equipment.
• Oversee the operations and correct functioning of communication systems and central equipment to meet contractual performance requirements.
• Periodically download communication, video, and voice log files for analysis and recordkeeping.
• Analyze log files to troubleshoot issues and provide predictive maintenance for the communication system.
• Perform troubleshooting, identification, and resolution of system and subsystem issues to support field technicians in diagnosing and correcting faults.
• Complete operational, equipment failure, safety, and other reports accurately and on time as required.
• Carry out routine, preventive, and unscheduled maintenance, including inspection, adjustments, testing, cleaning, and proper maintenance of central communication equipment in accordance with schematics, operations manuals, and manufacturers' maintenance instructions.
• Ensure sufficient materials, hand tools, and equipment are available to support maintenance activities.
• Identify failure trends early that may impact fleet availability and communicate findings appropriately.
• Liaise with and supervise supplier staff performing work on communication systems and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and acceptance of equipment to confirm compliance with specifications and performance standards.
• Enter accurate and timely information into the MMIS (Maintenance Management Information System).
• Perform related duties as requested by leadership to support operational needs.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned to support the ongoing reliability and performance of the communication systems.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated experience in equipment maintenance and repair, particularly in communication and SCADA systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving system and subsystem issues.
• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician or equivalent role working with complex technical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, operations manuals, and manufacturers' maintenance instructions.
• Proficiency in performing preventive, corrective, and unscheduled maintenance on central communication equipment.
• Capability to analyze communication, video, and voice log files for troubleshooting and predictive maintenance.
• Competence in completing detailed operational, equipment failure, and safety reports.
• Experience using a Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) or similar system for data entry and maintenance tracking.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate with supplier staff performing maintenance or repair work.
• Strong awareness of and adherence to safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, in a rail or similar infrastructure environment.

Ideal Skills & Qualifications (not required)

• Previous work as a Communications Technician or equivalent technical discipline.
• Previous work within a rail or large infrastructure environment.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and central communication equipment used in transit or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to identify failure trends and contribute to reliability improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are available for maintenance tasks.
• Effective communication skills to support coordination with field technicians and suppliers.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that supports critical rail infrastructure and works with modern communication and SCADA systems, offering the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise in a complex operational environment. The role provides variety through preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities, along with exposure to large-scale transit operations. You benefit from a structured environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while gaining experience with industry-standard maintenance systems and processes.

Work Environment

The role is based in a rail environment, working with central communication and SCADA equipment that supports an operating transit system. You work in a shift rotation that includes weekends and holidays, reflecting the continuous nature of major infrastructure and rail operations. The position involves both workshop and control-room-style settings, as well as occasional work in rail facilities, using standard maintenance tools, test equipment, and a Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS) for documentation and tracking. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental procedures while working around operational rail systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Pearl City, HI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62067.20 - $62067.20/yr.

Company provides the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Union Benefits including Vacation and retirement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pearl City, HI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.