Telecommunications Technician , II, III

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Telecommunications Technician I, II, III

Salary Range

Telecommunications Technician I - Pay Grade 11 Hourly;
Typical Starting Salary Range: $33.16 - $41.45

Telecommunications Technician II - Pay Grade 12 Hourly;
Typical Starting Salary Range: $37.37 - $46.71

Telecommunications Technician III - Pay Grade 13 Hourly;
Typical Starting Salary Range: $41.91 - $52.39

Location - Brownville, NE;
Cooper Nuclear Station

Employment Type
:
Full-time

Posting Date
: 1/30/2026
Closing Date
: 2/13/2026

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can power a career you can be proud of.

Responsibilities for Entry Level Technician and progression to II/III are described under the Education, Training and Experience and Licenses and Certifications sections below.

Telecommunications Technician I

Associates Degree in electronics or equivalent military education/experience is required. Previous telecommunications equipment operations and maintenance experience is desired but not required. Must demonstrate understanding of basic electrical/electronic theory, the ability to read and understand schematics, the ability to effectively use test equipment used in telecommunications systems and the ability to effectively troubleshoot electronic circuits.

Telecommunications Technician II

Associates Degree in electronics or equivalent military education/experience is required. Must have passed oral, written, and practical skills testing for Technician Level I of NPPD’s Telecommunications Technician Progression Program.

Telecommunications Technician III

Associates Degree in electronics or equivalent military education/experience is required. Completed and passed Technician I and Technician II of NPPD’s Telecommunication Progression Program. Progression to Level III Technician is based on employee’s demonstration of advanced skills as outlined in Level III Technician requirements.

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Telecommunications Technician I

Completing work assignments and working with internal and external customers to satisfy their requirements. SAP reporting and authorization processes along with general telecommunication reporting and tracking requirements. Installation, troubleshooting, repair, testing and general maintenance of telecommunication systems. Applies skills and knowledge acquired through technical training to perform tasks and resolve issues associated with telecommunications systems and equipment. Responds to customer service requests in a timely manner.

Resolves stated problems or issues to the customer’s satisfaction. Must be able to travel, be on call, and be available for work on short notice as needed.

Telecommunications Technician II

Performs all duties of a Telecommunications Technician I. Performs detailed operation and maintenance work in three of the seven disciplines (Carrier, Radio, Telephone, Data, Scada, Network Lines, and Network Channels). Assists Technician Level I personnel in all work requirements where experienced technical skills are needed. Provides technical support to engineering groups (Telecommunications and TSE). Performs all preventative maintenance plans for systems in the qualified disciplines.

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