Job Description


Senior Communications Technician

Employment Type: Contract (with possibility to convert to permanent)

Travel: Up to % (personal vehicle required)

On-Call: x rotation

Work Authorization: Must be eligible to permanently work in the

Education Requirement: Minimum high school diploma or GED

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Communications Technician to provide regional telecommunications field support as part of an experienced IT organization. This role supports critical communications systems across local and regional sites and requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. You will be exposed to challenging, dynamic projects while collaborating closely with IT, engineering, and field operations teams.

This position plays a hands-on role in system installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault isolation, while also providing first-level training and support to field personnel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of communications systems, including voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, satellite equipment, and supporting infrastructure

  • Support local and regional projects, including system implementations and upgrades

  • Perform preventive maintenance, fault isolation, and corrective troubleshooting activities

  • Provide x on-call support for critical communications systems

  • Assist the projects group with implementation of project-related telecommunications systems

  • Direct and oversee local contractors involved in the installation and maintenance of telecom systems

  • Provide first-level training and ongoing support to field operations personnel

  • Serve as the first-level liaison between field operations and the IT organization

  • Drive and enforce field standards while providing feedback to the communications engineering team

  • Travel to regional sites as required (up to %)

    • Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Associate degree in Electronics or a minimum of years of equivalent hands-on electronics experience

  • + years of experience installing and/or maintaining telecommunications systems, including wireless data systems, SCADA, and LAN cabling

  • Ability to independently prioritize work and operate without direct supervision

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in field environments

  • Proficiency using telecommunications test equipment and support software

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and clients

  • Physical ability to work outdoors and safely operate a motor vehicle

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • FCC license

  • Network certifications such as CCNA

  • Experience installing and maintaining phone systems and microwave communications systems

    • Additional Information

  • This is a contract position with potential to convert to permanent based on performance and business needs

  • Candidates must be eligible for permanent employment in the United States


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