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Comal Independent School District · 3 months ago

Telecom Technician

New Braunfels, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Comal Independent School District is seeking a Telecom Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain telecommunications and data network equipment. The role involves working with various low voltage systems and ensuring the proper functioning of campus telecommunication services.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Installs, diagnoses, troubleshoots, and maintains telecommunications and network hardware (routers, patch panels, IP telephones, analog telephones, fax machines, 66-blocks, 110-blocks, PRIs) as directed by the Telecommunication Coordinator and Network Engineer

Installs, terminates, diagnoses and troubleshoots basic hardware problems with LAN/WAN cabling, including fiber optic cabling and CAT 3/5/6

Maintains and resolves campus telecommunications and network work orders and follows up to ensure resolution with campus staff

Maintains inventories of equipment and supplies to sufficiently accomplish standard jobs

Installs and maintains network components including access points, cameras, routers, and switches

Installs and maintains district security camera infrastructure including training and reporting

Works with district electrical shop to determine cable layouts and best procedures for low-voltage cable installations

Create / document as-built blueprint documentation of installed low voltage cabling

Manages workload in accordance with the department and users priorities

Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance and learning the records retention schedule for department records

Routinely works on and maintains Access Control system

Plans and accomplishes work from initial layout to final assembly which involves interpreting and applying building plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and manufacturer’s instructions

Determines the methods, techniques, materials, devices, and sequences best suited to the work

Responsible for independently assessing the work situation on site, determining the best method of accomplishment and taking the necessary corrective action while following accepted safety practices

Operates, installs hardware, troubleshoots and maintains keyless access control systems including proximity readers and proximity decoders

Performs installation of access control systems

Operates from and maintains a neatly stocked service vehicle

Follows District safety guidelines

Diagnoses, troubleshoots, cleans and maintains the district surveillance camera system as directed by the Network Engineer

Coordinates installation and cabling of new surveillance cameras with the electrical shop as needed

Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and trains district personnel on the use and programming of intercom systems, including the programming of bell schedules and electrical repair of building intercom systems

Coordinates outside vendor repair for low voltage systems (including intercom, data network, surveillance cameras, and access control systems.)

Stays up to date on all advancements in the assigned fields

Other duties as may be assigned

Qualification

Certified Fiber Optic TechnicianFiber splicingTerminationTelecommunications systemsBasic diagnostic skillsComputer skillsCustomer Service ExperienceRead project plansCollaboration with tradesOn-the-job experienceCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma or GED supplemented by specialized training

Certified Fiber Optic Technician certification required. Includes but is not limited to, fiber testing, splicing, polishing, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance

Valid Texas Driver's License with a driving record that meets the requirements as set forth by the District

Fiber splicing, termination (connectors), testing installation

Telecommunications systems and practices

Basic diagnostic skills

Computer skills, including word processing and spreadsheets

Customer Service Experience

Ability to read project plans for new or remodeled areas related to position and recommend application practices is required

Possess good communication skills to discuss and define issues of mechanical and electrical issues with appropriate supervisory personnel and/or school administrators

Ability to work closely with other trades for layout of new or replacement of existing equipment

On-the-job experience in technical services related to telecommunications and network technology