Telecommunication Technician B

natgridProd•City of Glens Falls, NY

4d•$57

About The Position

We are presently seeking a Telecommunication Technician B for openings in Glens Falls. In addition to a starting wage of $56.54 per hour, we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more. Under general supervision, Communications Technicians install and maintain communications infrastructure, including, but not limited to, two-way radio mobile & dispatch systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Fiber Optic Networks, and Microwave Systems. The technicians are responsible for delivering excellent service to the internal customers who rely on communications systems for their daily operations.

Requirements

two or four-year Associates Degree (A.A.S.) in Electrical Technology or Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by management.
Minimum 2 years field work, with demonstrated proficiency including experience with two-way radio systems, telecommunications systems, IP Addressable devices & Network Topology, fiber optics, microwave, and/or SCADA is highly desirable
Demonstrated ability to perform technical work in a field setting under general supervision
Must have an unyielding commitment to safe work practices
Must have strong computer skills
Must have strong communication skills
FCC commercial “General Radiotelephone Operator License” is required
Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
High School diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

experience with two-way radio systems
experience with telecommunications systems
experience with IP Addressable devices & Network Topology
experience with fiber optics
experience with microwave
experience with SCADA

Responsibilities

install and maintain communications infrastructure
install and maintain two-way radio mobile & dispatch systems
install and maintain Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
install and maintain Fiber Optic Networks
install and maintain Microwave Systems
delivering excellent service to the internal customers who rely on communications systems for their daily operations