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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in constructing, operating, and maintaining telecommunications systems and equipment, with a strong understanding of safety regulations and advanced electronic theory. Proficient in troubleshooting and providing technical support while effectively communicating project progress and issues.
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Telecommunications Systems MaintenanceFCC General Class Radiotelephone LicenseAdvanced Electronic TheoryTelecommunications Equipment TroubleshootingSafety Regulations Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Telecommunications SystemsElectrical TheorySoldering TechniquesTechnical DocumentationMathematical CalculationsField Repair of Circuit BoardsTelecommunications Test EquipmentSCADA SystemsFiber OpticsWireless Mesh Networks
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTask PrioritizationTraining and Mentoring
Tools & Technologies
Two-Way Radio SystemsControl and Monitoring SystemsTelephone SystemsCabling/Wiring SystemsLAN/WAN
Certifications & Qualifications
FCC General Class Radiotelephone License
Industry Keywords
National Electric CodeNational Electric Safety CodeHazardous Materials HandlingSmart Grid InfrastructureTelecommunications Safety Regulations
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Construct and install new telecommunications systems and equipment
- Operate, monitor, investigate, test, and assure proper performance of telecommunications systems and equipment
- Perform preventive and repair maintenance on telecommunications systems and equipment
- Handle hazardous materials such as lead solder, paint, and cleaning fluids
- Secure authorization before working on vital equipment and verify factory specifications
- Thoroughly document work performed
- Keep Senior Telecommunications Technicians and the Supervisor informed of work progress, schedule changes, project scope changes, and issues affecting assigned tasks
- Recommend system refinements to improve reliability
- Provide technical support to users of telecommunications systems and equipment
- Evaluate existing and prospective telecommunications systems and test equipment for safety, reliability, operability, and maintainability
- Train apprentices
- Work in office system administration and extensive field environments including mountainous terrain, substations, power lines, and remote locations
- Maintain telecommunications infrastructure supporting SMUD’s smart grid, physical security, electrical grid monitoring, and automation
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years of formal schooling in electronics or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Four (4) years of experience as an Apprentice Telecommunications Technician, Telecommunications Technician or equivalent to be considered for the Journeyman position
- Newly hired Telecommunications Technicians must possess and maintain a current FCC General Class Radiotelephone license or equivalent certificate, or acquire one within one (1) year of hire
- Knowledge of state and federal safety rules and regulations
- Knowledge of advanced electronic and telecommunications theory, AC and DC electrical theory, and electrical/electronic components
- Knowledge of telecommunications systems and equipment, including telephone, leased circuits, microwave radio, wireless mesh networks, fiber optics, multiplex, two-way radio, SCADA, telemetry, power-line carrier, personal computers, cabling/wiring systems, and LAN/WAN
- Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations, National Electric Code, National Electric Safety Code, and natural gas safety
- Proficiency at hire in at least one area: two-way radio systems; wide-band communication systems; control and monitoring systems; or telephone systems and equipment
- Ability to construct, configure, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain telecommunications equipment
- Ability to operate specialized and general telecommunications test equipment
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
- Ability to read and interpret technical information, schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
- Ability to conduct field and laboratory repair of printed circuit boards and modules
- Ability to use accepted soldering techniques and specialized soldering equipment
- Ability to climb communications radio towers, where applicable
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Retirement through Public Employees Retirement System
- 457 and 401(k) plans available
- Flexible Savings Account
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Employee and Spouse Life Insurance
- Defined benefit pension plan through CalPERS
- Equal pay protections under the California Equal Pay Pledge