Telecom Tech

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Job Summary  

The Telecom Technician is responsible for the installation, programming, testing, and maintenance of various types of Telecommunications equipment and systems for Duke Energy Corporation and its Subsidiaries.  Equipment/Systems include Fiber Optics, Microwave (SONET, DWDM, DS0 up to OC-192), Telephone Systems & Associated Physical Infrastructure (PBXs, subscriber sets, wiring, Network Interfaces), Wireless Systems (Two-way radio, paging, SCADA, siren control systems), Data Network, and common equipment including Antenna Networks (Towers, feedlines, combiners, duplexers), Power Equipment (emergency generators, batteries, inverters, UPS, transfer panels) and Grounding systems.  

Responsibilities

• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, functional diagrams, and assigned work/construction packages. 

• Ability to use state of the art test equipment such as OTDR, FTDR, TIMS, communication service monitors, oscilloscopes, network and data analyzers, specialty test instruments, etc.

• Ability to efficiently diagnose systems and troubleshoot all or most of the following: Fiber Optics, Transport (Microwave, Packet radio, SONET, DWDM, DS0 up to OC-192), Telephone Systems (PBXs, subscriber sets, wiring, Network Interfaces, VOIP), Wireless Systems (Two-way radio, Trunked radio, paging, SCADA & wireless networking) , Data Networking (switches, routers, and associated wiring), and common equipment including Antenna Networks (Towers, feedlines, combiners, duplexers), Power Equipment (batteries, inverters & UPS) and Grounding systems.

• Ability to work in a team environment (strong interpersonal skills, customer service skills, and ability to work with others).

Basic/Required Qualifications      

• Associates degree in electronics or other related field

• Minimum of 1 year Required Related Experience

• In lieu of associates degree, high school diploma/GED AND four (4) years minimum of related work experience

Desired Qualifications  

• Proven trouble-shooting skills.

• Five or more years experience in the installation/maintenance of telecommunication networks and equipment.

• Basic understanding of Data, Fiber Optics, Microwave, Wireless, and Voice Networks.

• Proven trouble-shooting skills.

• Strong communications and interpersonal skills

• Team player

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Understanding of Data, Fiber Optics, Microwave, Wireless, and Voice Networks and proven ability to maintain and install these systems and associated equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to use specialized test equipment (OTDR, Spectrum Analyzer, RF  Service Monitor, Optical Power and Source Meters, Battery Load Bank, Battery Measurement, DS1/DS3 Test Sets)

• Two-three years prior experience splicing fiber with 100+ hours of either mechanical or fusion splicing equipment.  

• Five or more years experience in the installation/maintenance of telecommunication networks and equipment.

• Proven trouble-shooting skills.

• Understanding of Data, Fiber Optics, Microwave, Wireless, and Voice Networks and proven ability to maintain and install these systems and associated equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to use specialized test equipment (OTDR, Spectrum Analyzer, RF Service Monitor, Optical Power and Source Meters, Battery Load Bank, Battery Measurement, DS1/DS3 Test Sets)

• Two-three years prior experience splicing fiber with 100+ hours of either mechanical or fusion splicing equipment.  

Specific Requirements

• Ability to obtain DOT drivers health card

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and steps in all types of Duke facilities including Power plants, office buildings, and remote sites.

• Outside work required in all types of weather.

• Regular overtime and weekend work, with extensive travel, mainly in an assigned Duke Vehicle, with occasional flights on commercial airline.

• Regular second shift and call-out duties

Mobility Classification

• Field Mobility Classification – Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location.

Travel Requirements

50+%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No

Represented/Union PositionNo

Visa Sponsored PositionNo

Posting Expiration Date

Monday, March 17, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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