Communications Technician

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Implement and support leading technologies as a member of Client’s IT team. Gain valuable experience with exposure to challenging and dynamic projects in all aspects of our business. Join our highly experienced network of professionals and connect with our creative team. The Senior 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. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: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%. . Qualifications The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:A high school degree or G.E.D. is required. An Associate's degree in Electronics or 7 years of equivalent experience in the field of Electronics is required. FCC license is preferred. A network certification such as a CCNA is a plus. 7+ years experience in the installation and/or maintenance of telecommunications systems, including wireless data systems, SCADA, and LAN cabling systems are required. Proven experience with phone system and microwave communications systems installation and maintenance are a plus. The applicant should be able to utilize test equipment and software required to support telecommunications in the field. The applicant should also be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. 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 Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries Oil and Gas Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Jupiter Group, Inc by 2x Get notified about new Communications Technician jobs in Lexington, SC . Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Area 3 days ago Columbia, SC $45,300.00-$77,000.00 2 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Jupiter Group, Inc