Communication Technician

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities. Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

This position performs duties and responsibilities related to the operation and maintenance of Field Communications equipment and systems. Specifically, it provides high-level detailed field technical support of Microwave Radio Systems, VSAT services, mobile radios services, telephone systems, MAS-RF SCADA systems, WAN/LAN, power systems and radio tower facilities. The position maintains operational compliance within applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.

• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.
• Participate in partnership safety program and initiatives.
• Install measurement and control facilities.
• Perform maintenance and problem identification on microwave, data acquisition, mobile radios, VSAT, telephone systems, analog and digital SCADA systems.
• Troubleshoot, install and maintain all telecommunications related equipment.
• Coordinate tower maintenance and any data communications work performed by outside contractors.
• Perform tests and document results to comply with Federal regulations.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Level C requires a minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level B requires a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

• Knowledge of applicable FCC, NEC requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic/electrical equipment as they relate to measurement and communication facilities.

• FCC license.
• Microsoft Office.
• Some college or technical trade school preferred.

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Driving, walking, standing frequently.
• Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting; visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.