Communication Technician (Hughesville Office)
Job Responsibilities
- Design and maintain various communication systems that meet the needs and requirements of internal customers, including SCADA networks, fiber-optics, two-way and microwave radio, access control, video solutions, etc.
- Deploy, secure and maintain cell modem, satellite and radio networks to provide maximum availability of field data.
- Administer and support day to day tasks of the company’s SCADA systems.
- Perform regular maintenance and upgrades to communication systems to ensure they’re running efficiently and effectively.
- Monitor communication systems for any issues and provide timely support to resolve any problems that arise.
- Work cooperatively with other team members, internal customers and manage contractors to coordinate project activities, provide technical assistance and support, and schedule activities.
- Research and stay up-to-date with new technologies that could be utilized as communication solutions.
- Generate technology standards documents and communication infrastructure documentation, including network diagrams.
- Maintain inventory, spare parts and tools in assigned work vehicle.
- Maintain and stay up-to-date with industry certifications.
- Provide 24 X 7 on-call support
- Travel as needed to different field and office locations.
- Complete additional tasks as requested, including but not limited to:
- Assists with helpdesk support cases for end-users throughout the company.
- Helps with field operations, such I&E technicians, assisting with new location hook-ups, troubleshooting and general support.
Experience/Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, IT related field or minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
- Experience administering a SCADA system is preferred.
- Experience programming Remote Terminal Units.
- Experience with network protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.
- Experience installing and maintaining solar panels, boosters and antennas.
- Experience with RS232/485 serial communications.
- Maintain and hold a current issued FCC license.
- Must be able to multi-task and plan new projects. Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to manage, organize and prioritize work, while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships.