Communications Technician III

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%.
  
  

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.
  
  

Tools to be provided by vendor:

• Basic hand tools
• Multimeter
  
  

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.