Telecommunications Specialist II

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

12d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing various telecommunication and life safety systems. This includes cable, data, telephone lines, networking systems, uninterrupted power supplies (UPS), communication equipment, low voltage copper communication systems, fiber optic communications systems, television cable systems, community antenna televisions (CATV), closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, voice and data communication, life safety and fire systems (including smoke detectors, fire alarm control panels, etc.), and electronic access control systems (including electronic locks, readers, etc.). The role also involves administrative support, evaluating system plans, managing work orders, assisting with budget preparation, training technicians, coordinating with vendors, and completing underground cable locates. The position requires on-call duty rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to respond to emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience.
Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Nice To Haves

BICSI Installer 1 and 2, or BICSI Technician
Five years of fire alarm, access control, and/or telecommunication experience
Working knowledge of low voltage and telecommunications industry practices and procedures
Working knowledge of NFPA
Working knowledge of the electrical trade
Skilled in installation of electrical conduit, wire, cable, fiber optic, and electrical/electronic devices
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written)
Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to perform types of physical exertion necessary for task completion
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

Maintain, inspect, and repair cable, data, telephone lines, and networking systems.
Install, test, and maintain uninterrupted power supplies (UPS) and communication equipment.
Test, repair, and replace network equipment and devices.
Collaborate with divisions within University of Florida Information Technology and outside vendors to keep housing telecommunication systems and networks functional.
Install, repair, test, and maintain low voltage copper communication systems, fiber optic communications systems, and television cable systems.
Design, install, test, and maintain community antenna televisions (CATV) and closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, voice and data communication.
Install, maintain, and perform functional testing and inspections of life safety systems, including testing smoke detectors, pull stations, bells, fire alarm control panels, annunciation panels, water flow and tamper switches, and related equipment.
Perform annual inspections; Develop schedule for inspection and coordinate with stakeholders as necessary.
Install, maintain, and repair ADA devices such as door openers, bed shakers, bang bars, and visual notifications.
Communicate with University Police Department (UFPD), who is the alarm monitoring agent.
Remain up to date on current federal and state fire alarm safety codes.
Install, test, and maintain electronic lock and security systems including electronic door strikes, electronic door magnets, readers, push to exit buttons, and infrared motion detectors.
Install, test, and maintain ADA accessible electronic door hardware.
Order and maintain inventory control of electronic and hardware components.
Repair equipment and return to active inventory.
Evaluate plans, schematics, specifications, and upgrades of new and existing systems in support of projects.
Retrieve work orders, close out work orders, record system data testing, and record detailed notes of work completed.
Assist with the preparation of annual budget for area.
Train and collaborate with other technicians on systems, practices, departmental and university standards.
Coordinate and work with vendors, contractors, and departmental stakeholders responding to fire alarms and fire alarm system associated equipment.
Develop reports, handle special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned.
Complete underground cable locates.
Serve in an on-call duty rotation, providing coverage for the area including night, weekend, and holidays responding to calls for assistance and emergency situations.