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Senior Telecommunication Technician

Virginia, VA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 13 hours ago

Contract W2

Contract Independent

On-site

$1.00/hr

Brooksource

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Job Details

Skills

Design Of Experiments
Routers
Switches
Firewall
Leadership
MPLS
WAN
LAN
Wireless Communication
Test Equipment
Testing
Cabling
Telco
Telephone Exchange
Electrical Engineering
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Visio
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
SAP
Microsoft Outlook
Attention To Detail
FOCUS
SAFE
Communication
Organized
Laptop
Military
Telecommunications
Optical Fiber
Network
UPS
Collaboration
Energy

Summary

Senior Telecommunications Technician

Onsite - Southcentral Virginia (Farmville, South Hill, or South Boston, VA)

12-Month Contract (possibility to extend)

Pay: $35 -$45/hr (DOE)

Brooksource is looking for an experienced Telecommunications Technician to join one of our largest Fortune 500 energy and utility clients. In this role, you will apply your knowledge across all areas of telecommunications to perform maintenance on telecommunications equipment, respond to system and service outages, and support network turn-ups and upgrades across the client's service territory. This is a hands-on, field-based opportunity for a seasoned technician who is comfortable working with live DC power plant systems, copper and fiber terminations, and a range of network equipment.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong safety mindset who can identify the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to the problems encountered in the field, while working independently and coordinating with multiple groups. If you think the description below fits your skillset, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

Respond to system and service outages.

Install and wire routers, switches, and firewalls, coordinating with multiple groups for configuration and troubleshooting.

Terminate copper and fiber cabling as needed to support network turn-ups and upgrades.

Physically connect to live DC power plant systems.

Effectively identify and utilize the proper resources to develop solutions and devise new approaches to problems encountered in work assignments.

Work on various other telecommunications systems and tasks as required by leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

5+ years in telecommunications.

Working knowledge of fiber circuits, MPLS, and other LAN/WAN data circuits.

Skilled in the termination and troubleshooting of various cabling types, including fiber.

Working knowledge of fiber terminations, data circuits, and 48V and 135Vdc power plants.

Experience with LAN and wireless testing, fiber optic test equipment, and various cabling types.

Familiarity with cable identification, terminating, and testing cables.

Minimum of two years of experience working in a Telco central office environment.

Electrical/electronic background.

Effective computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office products to include Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SAP, and Outlook.

Prioritize safety, environmental consciousness, and attention to detail.

Self-starter with a heightened focus on safe work habits and behaviors.

Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Ability to keep work sites clean and organized.

Physical ability to lift 45 pounds and distinguish colors.

Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle able to navigate various terrains and transport moderate amounts of electronic equipment.

Must have basic hand tools and safety shoes. We will provide specialty tools, test sets, laptop, and PPE.

Must be willing to work overtime, which could impact holidays and weekends.

Education Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D. required.

A college degree or military experience with 3 years of related work experience, or 5+ years of related experience, may be accepted.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to cold, heat, loud noise, and energized wires up to 25%.

Outdoor work up to 25%.

Office work up to 25%.

Travel 51-75%.

May require some lengthy local travel with additional hours, holiday, and/or weekend work for project completion or to meet deadlines.

What's in it for you?

A hands-on, field-based opportunity to put your telecommunications experience to work on the critical infrastructure of one of the nation's largest energy providers - from fiber and copper terminations to live DC power plant systems and network turn-ups. You'll operate with a high degree of independence on high-impact work, collaborate across multiple technical groups, and keep one of the region's essential networks running reliably. This 12-month contract carries the possibility to extend, making it a strong foot in the door with a Fortune 500 energy and utility leader.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10110651
Position Id: a1Wcv000000gl7NEAQ
Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About Brooksource

Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.

We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!

Cyber Security Warning: Please be aware that all official Brooksource communications will ONLY come from emails displayed as [name]@brooksource.com. The use of any other domains is NOT an official Brooksource employee and could be fraudulent.

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits & Perks:

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer:

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Partnerships:

Gold Microsoft Partner – Cloud Platform
Gold Microsoft Partner – Data Analytics
Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Platform
Silver Microsoft Partner – Security
Silver Microsoft Partner – Application Development
Silver Microsoft Partner – Data Center
AWS Partner
Salesforce Partner
Salesforce – Authorized Training Provider
Salesforce Talent Alliance Employer
Tableau Services Partner
Snowflake Partner
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Services Partner

Awards (Extended):

Best Places to Work 2022, Charlotte Business Journal, 2022
Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2021
Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2020
Best Places to Work in Charlotte (#8 Small Business), Charlotte Business Journal, 2019
2019 Best Places Work in Kentucky, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2019
Top Workplaces, Indy Star, 2019
Best Places to Work in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2019
Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Best & Brightest, 2018
Top Work Places, Indy Star, 2018
Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2018
Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2018
Best Places to Work in Kentucky (Small/Medium), Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management State Council and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, 2018
Milwaukee’s 2018 Best And Brightest Companies To Work For, Milwaukee's Best and Brightest Place to Work, 2018
Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2017
Best Places to Work, Best Places to Work in Kentucky, 2016
Best Places to Work, Jacksonville Business Journal, 2016
Top Workplaces, The Indianapolis Star, 2016
Top Workplaces, Indianapolis Star, 2015
Best Places to Work, Charlotte Business Journal, 2015
Best Places to Work Atlanta, Atlanta Business Chronicle, 2014

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