Duties:

Plan, design, and implement internal telecommunication systems, including voice, data, and/or video communication systems. Maintain highest levels of telecommunication security and protection from disaster. Analyze the needs of the organization and translate requirements into detailed technical specifications. Conduct cost and traffic analysis to determine the best use of resources. Collaborate with various internal groups and external vendors to ensure all installations meet specifications, ensuring the resolution of problems as they arise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT or related discipline
• 1-3 years of experience; may substitute work experience
• Ability to obtain a US government Secret clearance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work individually as well as with cross functional teams
• Ability to lift equipment and cables, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
• Good understanding of telecommunication principles, including layers 1-3 of the OSI model

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with inside plant installations, including copper, fiber, and conduit
• Experience with outside plant installations, including copper, fiber, and conduit
• Experience conducting site surveys, completing estimates, and creating lists of materials
• Experience with Voice Over IP installations and configuration
• Experience installing Duraline fiber optics
• Experience operating a backhoe or trencher

Location:

O’Fallon IL

SalaryBenefits:

Negotiable based on skills