Telecom Tech or Sr Telecom Tech

Job Title : Telecom Tech or Sr Telecom Tech

Work Place Flexibility : Onsite

Legal Entity : Entergy Arkansas, LLC

Job Summary / Purpose

Candidate must have the ability to independently plan and coordinate detailed work activities under general supervision including executing routine to advanced tasks involving the installation, configuring, networking, provisioning, and technical support of diverse telecommunications systems and network infrastructure components.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Support and execute telecom network circuit provisioning, fault isolation, and resolution. Perform installation, relocation, and modification of system hardware, and assist in diagnosing and restoring service during outages.
• Experience in Mesh Network Technologies and AMI / DA
• Revise and execute work orders accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Must be proficient and knowledgeable in IP networking to include ISIS, BGP, MPLS-TE routing protocols.
• Knowledgeable with the operation and analysis of advanced test equipment, including Ethernet testers, Volt / Ohm meters, RF power meters, frequency counters, communications service monitors, optical power meters, Transmission Impairment Measurement Test Sets (TIMS), T1 test sets, DS3 test sets, field service units, and Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs).
• Experienced professional with demonstrated proficiency in the installation, testing, maintenance, repair of Aviat MW Radio systems, Motorola 800 Radio systems, and Ciena / Nokia / Adtran Fiber Transport equipment. Adept in AC / DC power installation and upkeep.
• Proficient in the planning, layout, and execution of assigned tasks with a focus on safety and efficiency. Experienced in supervising crew members, providing clear instructions, and training team members as needed. Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities when required. Skilled in complex telecommunications circuit provisioning, equipment installation, and troubleshooting across a wide range of transport and peripheral systems.
• Must be available for possible after-hour call outs to address issues.

Minimal Knowledge, Skills, Experience And Special Qualifications / Education

Physical / Personal Qualifications

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc

Primary Location

Arkansas-Little Rock Arkansas : Little Rock

Job Function

Information Technology

Relocation Option

No Relocation Offered

Number of Openings

Req ID

121174

Travel Percentage

25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority / Female / Disability / Vets. The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility : Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities : As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

EEI Testing : One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and number of questions. The actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website. Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable.

In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.

Please note : Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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