Telecommunications Technician Senior

Overview

Job Title: Telecommunications Technician Senior

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

The preferred locations for this position are Lake Charles, Jennings and Broussard, Louisiana. Candidates selected to take the EEI TECH test will be invited via email. Please monitor your spam/junk email folder.

Candidate must have the ability to independently plan and coordinate detailed work activities under general supervision, including executing routine to advanced tasks involving the installation, configuring, networking, provisioning, and technical support of diverse telecommunications systems and network infrastructure components.

• Provision and maintain telecom network circuits, including fault isolation and resolution.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications hardware and restore service during outages.
• Configure and support mesh network technologies and AMI/DA systems.
• Implement and troubleshoot IP networking solutions using ISIS, BGP, and OSPF routing protocols.
• Implement and troubleshoot MPLS-TE/TP, Private Line Ethernet and other networking solutions.
• Operate and interpret results from advanced test equipment such as Ethernet testers, RF power meters, and OTDRs.
• Install, test, and repair microwave radio systems, 800 MHz LMR radio systems, and Fiber Optic transport equipment, including packet switch, DWDM and legacy SONET.
• Perform splicing on fiber optic cables, including armored underground cable, overhead ADSS, and OPGW.
• Perform AC/DC power system installation and maintenance to ensure reliable operation.
• Plan and execute assigned tasks with a focus on safety and efficiency.
• Supervise and train team members, providing clear instructions and guidance.
• Respond to after-hours call-outs to resolve urgent telecommunications issues.

Telecom Tech

• Minimal Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Special Qualifications/
  
  Education:
  
  1 year of qualified Communications Serviceman 3rd Class or equivalent experience in related work, having all qualifications of the previous classification.

Must Also Have One Of The Following Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in at least two of the following areas: voice system support, two-way radio system support, fiber optic transmission system support, microwave radio system support, or AC and DC power plant support; OR
• 2 year Electronics Technology Degree; OR
• Other related degree.

Telecom Tech Sr

• 2 years as a qualified Communications Serviceman 2nd Class or equivalent experience with all qualifications of the Communications Serviceman 2nd Class.
• 4+ years of experience in at least three of the following domains: two-way radio system support, fiber optic transmission systems, microwave radio system support, AC/DC power plant maintenance, IP networking, VLAN, MPLS-TE/TP, mesh network technologies, or Fiber optic transport technologies.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in a telecommunications technician role or equivalent.
• Strong foundation in electronic circuitry, electronics theory, IP networking, MPLS-TE/TP, PTP, SYNC-E Timing, and mesh network technologies; operational knowledge of AMI/DA systems, Fiber Optic Transport equipment, and all aspects of fiber. Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical challenges and adapt to a varied workload of non-routine tasks.
• Must be compliant with all company safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Be willing to work in unusual surroundings, as well as normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• Possess the cognitive and physical capabilities to perform essential functions, including the strength and endurance for physically demanding tasks as required.
• Ability to thrive in varied and demanding work settings with exceptional observational abilities, manual dexterity, meticulous attention to detail, and a patient approach. Demonstrated leadership and the ability to communicate clear, precise instructions to build strong working relationships and a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field is preferred; or a two-year degree in Electronics Technology or a closely related field is acceptable.

• Must maintain a valid Class D driver's license, TWIC card, or other necessary licenses, background checks, and identification.

Primary

Location:

Louisiana-Broussard;
Louisiana:
Lake Charles;
Louisiana:
Broussard;
Louisiana:
Jennings

Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status: Barg Non Ex

Number of Openings: 1

Req : 123969

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

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