Telecomms Technician C

Description

• Specialized support of centers such as transmission and distribution dispatch centers and control centers, customer call centers, data centers and other specialized locations.
• Assist others as requested or assigned and provide training and guidance to employees in lower classifications.
• Assist in performing, or perform, basic to intermediate level installation, acceptance testing, and documentation of various Telecommunications related equipment and systems. (May assist in performing, or perform, higher level work for next-level training or as assigned.)
• Perform all duties in accordance with the Company’s safety rules and operating regulations, NERC CIP and environmental compliance and practices.
• Inspect and maintain test equipment, tools, automotive equipment and safety/protective equipment in good working order and compliance.
• Assist in performing, or perform, basic to intermediate level troubleshooting and system testing, maintenance, and repair of electronic and optical equipment, infrastructure, and systems. (May assist in performing, or perform, higher level work for next-level training or as assigned.)
• Generation and Renewables facilities telecom voice and data systems.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, drawings, and other data required for all work performed.
• Respond to emergency callouts as required.
• Successfully complete all assigned training.

Requirements

• or High school diploma with a minimum 3 years of related work experience or industry knowledge.
• Overnight travel and daily travel for work as required.
• Exhibit AEP competencies that are always expected of every employee. A positive attitude, respectful behavior, and genuine support for teammates and leaders are necessary.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Transport systems, such as microwave radio, fiber optic, and other transport/wireless systems.
• Associate degree, or equivalent 2-year technical degree, in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or related technology field; or military training/experience in related technology field;
• For internal candidates (AEP Employees) Only: Must have a minimum of 1 year of satisfactory work experience, equivalent to, or as a Telecom Technician Apprentice I. Must have successfully completed all required training for the previous job level; and demonstrated/successfully tested the knowledge, skills, and capabilities required of an experienced Telecom Technician Apprentice I.
• Networking systems that include routers, switches, wireless access points, and related devices.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and update electronic and electrical prints, diagrams, and asset records related to Telecom equipment and technologies.
• Be available for call-out and planned overtime as necessary to support our 24x7 operation.
• Transmission and Distribution station data networks, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition), distribution automation systems, smart grids, and telecom for other utility systems.
• Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes of the Telecommunications Service Center (4615 Homer Ohio Lane Groveport, Ohio 43125)
• Fiber optic cables, fiber splicing, testing, and termination/connecting methods.
• AC/DC electrical power systems, including basic understanding of circuits and components of distribution and transmission stations and networks.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate tools and other equipment necessary to perform job duties.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of basic level technical support skills equivalent to a Telecom Technician Apprentice I and have a minimum of 3 years of technical work experience in addition to education requirement.
• Demonstrate computer and application skills needed to perform assigned Telecom work and documentation. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Be adaptable to work schedules and priorities that may change.
• A strong electronics / telecommunications aptitude is desired and essential to success.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance