Telecommunications Engineer

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Job Description
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Job Summary

Responsible for implementing, configuring, and maintaining telecommunications systems, including voice, video, and messaging platforms. Provides independent support for system changes, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure service availability and quality. Monitors performance metrics, documents configurations, and collaborates with vendors and IT teams to resolve technical issues. Contributes to projects and upgrades that enhance telecommunications reliability, scalability, and security.

Essential Functions

• Supports design and documentation of telecommunications systems for construction and renovation projects.

• Implements of structured cabling systems, including fiber optic and copper installations.

• Reviews construction drawings and assists with bid package preparation and project coordination.

• Provides troubleshooting support for cable plant and telecommunications systems.

• Documents installations, inspections, and project updates for management and stakeholders.

• Participates in site visits and assists in inspections to ensure compliance with standards.

• Collaborates with vendors, contractors, and university teams on technical requirements.

• Contributes to maintaining telecommunications standards, design guidelines, and specifications.

• Supports project managers with estimating and material tracking.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree

Experience Requirement: 2+ years of experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures: N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 1. Never

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:
4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:
1. Never

G. Repetitive motion:
3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet:
1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces:
1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. Never

K. Job-related travel:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises:
1. Never

M. Temperature extremes:
1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:
1. Never

O. Radiation:
1. Never

P. Burns:
1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures:
1. Never

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:
1. Never

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:
1. Never

T. Combative/violent people:
1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with intermittent repetitive motion (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds, as well as lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Department
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Information Svcs & Technology

Shift
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Time Type:
Full time

Address
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2440 Carter Avenue

City, State
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Morehead, Kentucky