Communication Technician

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. is seeking a Field Communications Technician to support operation and maintenance of field communications equipment and systems.

The role covers Microwave Radio, VSAT, mobile radios, telephone systems, MAS-RF SCADA, WAN/LAN, power systems and radio tower facilities, ensuring compliance with specs, codes and procedures. The position requires high school diploma or GED and offers opportunities at varying experience levels in midstream operations.

Qualifications

• FCC and NEC knowledge and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic/electrical equipment related to measurement and communication facilities.
• Some college or technical trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with specifications, codes, safety standards and procedures.
• Participate in safety program and initiatives.
• Install measurement and control facilities.
• Perform maintenance and problem identification on microwave, data acquisition, mobile radios, VSAT, telephone systems and SCADA.
• Troubleshoot and maintain telecommunications equipment.
• Coordinate tower maintenance and data communications work by outside contractors.
• Test and document results to comply with Federal regulations.

Skills

FCC knowledge

Field maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

This position performs duties and responsibilities related to the operation and maintenance of Field Communications equipment and systems. Specifically, it provides high-level detailed field technical support of Microwave Radio Systems, VSAT services, mobile radios services, telephone systems, MAS‑RF SCADA systems, WAN / LAN, power systems and radio tower facilities. The position maintains operational compliance within applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.
• Participate in partnership safety program and initiatives.
• Install measurement and control facilities.
• Perform maintenance and problem identification on microwave, data acquisition, mobile radios, VSAT, telephone systems, analog and digital SCADA systems.
• Troubleshoot, install and maintain all telecommunications related equipment.
• Coordinate tower maintenance and any data communications work performed by outside contractors.
• Perform tests and document results to comply with Federal regulations.

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

• Level C requires a minimum of 0 - 2 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level B requires a minimum of 2 - 4 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable FCC, NEC requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic/electrical equipment as they relate to measurement and communication facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• FCC license.
• Microsoft office.
• Some college or technical trade school preferred.

Working Conditions

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Driving, walking, standing frequently.
• Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting; visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis prohibited by law. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.

Disclaimer

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.