Telecom Technician -Tech Sr.

Job Posting End Date

05-08-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

This is a single position posted at multiple levels.

Job Description Summary

The Telecom Field Technician will perform basic to intermediate level installation, maintenance, repair or replacement, testing, and inspection of various Telecommunications equipment, systems, and infrastructure. This role will work to gain knowledge and understanding of various Telecommunications technologies, business processes, and business partner requirements; and will work to gain knowledge of emerging technologies. The Technician will perform these tasks under immediate or general supervision according to the task level and will adhere to standard practices and procedures.

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:* Assist in performing, or perform, basic to intermediate level installation, acceptance testing, and documentation of various Telecommunications related equipment and systems.

The Technician must achieve a working knowledge and demonstrate intermediate level technical support skills in one or more of the following technology examples, as assigned by supervisor:* Transmission and Distribution station data networks, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition), distribution automation systems, smart grids, and telecom for other utility systems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education:

Associate degree, or equivalent 2-year technical degree, in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or related technology field; or military training/experience in related technology field; or High school diploma with a minimum 2 years of related work experience or industry knowledge.

Experience:

Must demonstrate knowledge of basic level technical support skills equivalent to a Telecom Field Technician Associate and have a minimum of 2 years of technical work experience in addition to education requirement.

For internal candidates (AEP Employees) Only: Must have a minimum of 1 year of satisfactory work experience as a Telecom Field Technician Associate. Must have successfully completed all required training for the previous job level; and demonstrate knowledge, skills, and capabilities required of an experienced Telecom Field Technician Associate.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:* Exhibit AEP competencies that are always expected of every employee. A positive attitude, respectful behavior, and genuine support for teammates and leaders are necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demand level is Heavy. may include lifting, carrying, and installing/removing heavy items such as electronic and optical equipment, racks, test equipment, tools, cables and terminals, and other items required to support projects and operational activities at all job locations.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-004

Compensation Range:

$25.23-31.54 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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