Job#: 3038986 Job Description: Telecommunications Technician (Contract)Location: Greater Chicago Area & Southern Wisconsin
Duration: Through December 2026 (extension possible)
Position OverviewWe are seeking a dependable and skilled Telecommunications Technician to support telephony and mobile application deployments across multiple sites. This contractor will play a key role in installation, go-live support, and troubleshooting activities, working both independently and collaboratively within a broader project team.
Key Responsibilities- Install, configure, and support telecommunications systems and applications
- Assist with deployment and go-live activities for mobile and telephony solutions (iOS-based applications)
- Troubleshoot and resolve voice and telecom-related issues in a timely manner
- Document work performed, including service updates and issue resolution details
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and site stakeholders
- Provide remote support as needed
- Travel to various locations to support on-site deployment activities
- Follow established safety protocols and industry best practices
- Support after-hours or weekend work tied to project schedules or maintenance windows
Required Qualifications- Prior experience in telecommunications or related technical field
- Working knowledge of voice services, telephony systems, and mobile/device-based applications
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including handling equipment
- Reliable transportation preferred
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with PBX, VoIP, SIP, or related network infrastructure technologies
- Technical certifications or formal training in telecommunications or networking
- Experience in customer-facing environments, preferably within complex or regulated industries
- Familiarity with smartphones and mobile applications, particularly iOS devices
Work Environment & Schedule- Standard 40-hour workweek, primarily daytime hours
- Majority of work performed on-site across multiple locations, with some remote support
- Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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