Telecommunications Technician

Airswift
Brownsville, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$1,000.0 - $2,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Systems Integration Lenel

Job description

As a Telecom Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting a wide range of telecommunications and low-voltage systems in industrial environments.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality field services, ensuring systems are installed, commissioned, and maintained to the highest technical and safety standards while maintaining client relationships., * Install, maintain, and troubleshoot:

  • Structured cabling (fiber optics, Cat5/Cat6)
  • LAN, voice, and video systems
  • PAGA (Public Address & General Alarm) systems
  • CCTV and security systems
  • Access control systems
  • Two-way radio systems (UHF/VHF, trunked radio)
  • Terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and low-voltage systems
  • Install cable trays, pathways, grounding systems, and telecom devices
  • Support commissioning, testing, and system integration activities
  • Act as a client-facing representative on-site, ensuring excellent customer experience
  • Maintain accurate documentation (timesheets, inventory, field reports)
  • Communicate progress with site leads, management, and customers
  • Collaborate with internal teams and support other technicians when required
  • Ensure compliance with all HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) standards

Requirements

Do you have experience in Radio communication systems?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High School Diploma or GED

  • Or 2+ years of experience in telecom installation and maintenance: fiber optics & structured cabling, security systems and access control, PAGA and radio systems

Preferred

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical/Electronics or Telecommunications
  • Experience in industrial or Oil & Gas environments
  • Fiber splicing certification

Technical Skills

  • Fiber optic systems and testing
  • CCTV (Milestone, Axis, etc.)
  • Access control systems (e.g., Lenel)
  • PAGA systems (e.g., Federal Signal)
  • Telecom infrastructure installation and maintenance

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 100 lbs
  • Comfortable working at heights (up to 60 ft)
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks (climbing, kneeling, lifting, etc.)
  • Willingness to work in industrial/field environments

Certifications & Requirements

  • TWIC Card (or ability to obtain)
  • Eligibility to work in the U.S. (I-9 verification required)
  • Safety certifications (H2S, LOTO, First Aid/CPR) are a plus

About the company

A global engineering and technology company specializing in integrated telecommunications, security, and safety solutions for critical infrastructure sectors, including oil & gas, power, mining, and transportation.

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