IT Field Communications Specialist II​/III​/Senior

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and troubleshooting communication systems that support power plants, mountain‑top sites, and other mission‑critical facilities
• Installing and improving field‑based technical assets, addressing design gaps, and modifying designs to improve reliability
• Responding to outages and supporting disaster recovery efforts by rerouting traffic and restoring services quickly and safely
• Coordinating with third‑party vendors and partners when issues require escalation or specialized support
• Supporting a wide geographic area alongside other technicians to ensure safe coverage and timely response
• Helping protect critical infrastructure by supporting physical security systems and compliance with security protocols

• Experience supporting enterprise communication systems in a field or plant environment
• Working knowledge of technologies such as microwave links, fiber backbones, radio systems, and related network equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues, adapt designs in the field, and respond calmly during outages or emergencies
• Strong collaboration skills, including coordinating with vendors and internal partners
• A safety‑first mindset and comfort working across large geographic areas and critical facilities
• Dependable, self‑directed professionals who value teamwork and shared responsibility
• Technical degree in telecommunication, data communications or equivalent
• Ability to travel statewide, work outdoors, and work overtime

Demonstrates expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting enterprise communication systems, with a strong focus on safety and reliability in critical infrastructure environments. Proficient in collaborating with vendors and internal teams to ensure effective response to outages and compliance with security protocols.