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Basin Electric Power Cooperative · 1 month ago

COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN, JOURNEYMAN OR APPRENTICE (LEVEL DOE) (DOT-FMCSA NON-CDL)

Williston, ND

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$47.94/hr - $57.07/hr

2+ years exp

Basin Electric Power Cooperative is seeking a Communications Technician at their TSM Williston Outpost in Williston, ND. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of microwave, fiber optic, and UHF radio systems, with responsibilities varying based on the level of experience.

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Responsibilities

Install, operate, and maintain, microwave, fiber optic, and mobile radio systems, as directed by the job supervisor

Install and maintain digital microwave, fiber optic cable, fiber optic terminals, time-division multiplex (TDM) equipment, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, tower light controls, and data modems in accordance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations

Install and maintain ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio repeaters, and base station, mobile, and portable radios

Develop installation, testing, and maintenance procedures for equipment

Maintain alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) power systems, including propane fueled standby generators and automatic transfer panels, which supply emergency power to microwave stations

Complete the appropriate test forms, reports, timecards, mileage logs, and all other assigned and required paperwork for submission to the appropriate personnel

Maintain assigned vehicles, equipment, tools, and assist other trades in operating and maintaining the assigned TSM shops and adjoining BEPC property

Promote safe work practices including use of Job Safety Analysis and Daily Tailgate briefings

Follow established safety procedures to minimize accidents and utilize personal protective equipment where required

Provide outside site maintenance including performing building maintenance, inspecting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, inspecting guy wires, mowing, cutting weeds, fixing fences, etc

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Microwave systemsFiber optic systemsUHF radio systemsFCC licenseElectronic technologyNetworking skillsTroubleshooting skillsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookData analysisWork under pressure

Required

Associate's degree in electronic technology, or a related field; or

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 2 years of related military training/experience

A first, second, or general class FCC license (need to have by the end of first six months of employment)

Must complete the apprentice training program within the first four years of employment to obtain the qualifications necessary to be a Communication Technician Journeyman

A valid driver's license in the state of residence

Occasional overnight travel is required

This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) (FMCSA) (non-CDL) qualified position

Knowledge of computers, electronic theory and its applications, microwave, fiber optic systems, and UHF radio system maintenance and repair

Knowledge of networking and troubleshooting skills

Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Word and Outlook

Requires the ability to analyze data and reports, implement recommendations, grasp new technologies, and work under pressure to complete projects within deadlines

Company

Basin Electric Power Cooperative

OUR MISSION We provide wholesale energy and services to our member-owners.

Founded in 1961

Bismarck, North Dakota, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.basinelectric.com/

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