Field Communications Technician (OM26-25)

Brazos-Electric-Power-Cooperative,-Inc.-1; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Field Communications Technician to install, test, and maintain SCADA, EMS, RTUs, IEDs, and related networking gear in Weatherford, TX. The role covers telecom systems, fiber optics, and protection circuits, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and member cooperatives, and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to support critical transmission infrastructure across Texas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in electronics or related technology preferred.
• Networking certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, test, and maintain SCADA, EMS, RTUs, IEDs, routers, switches, AMI/DA systems, and substation automation.
• Support Ethernet, TDM microwave, GPRS, two-way radio, power line carrier, and unlicensed wireless links.
• Install and maintain fiber‑optic systems, power line carrier equipment, line tuners, and protective relaying circuits.
• Maintain sites—generators, ATS units, battery banks, HVAC, security, dehydrators, and tower lighting.
• Keep firmware and software updated across SCADA, microwave, network, and testing devices.
• Prepare and maintain test reports, configuration files, and field redline drawings.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, FCC, and NERC maintenance and documentation requirements.
• Participate in a 24/7 on‑call rotation for emergency and unscheduled system support.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, member cooperatives, vendors, and circuit providers.

Skills

Strong troubleshooting skills

Ability to work independently

Commitment to safety, reliability, and

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in electronics or related technology

Tools

Networking certs (CompTia Network+/CCNA/JNCIA/NRS1)

Job description

Field Communications Technician (OM26-25)(Operations & Maintenance)

Weatherford, TX, United States of America

With a history dating back to 1941, Brazos Electric has grown and evolved over the years to serve the changing needs of our member-owner co-ops and their customers throughout Texas. Brazos Electric Cooperative provides transmission and distribution services for 16 Texas electric co-ops whose service territory extends across 68 counties from the Texas Panhandle to Houston. Those 16 co-ops are the member-owners of Brazos Electric, and our board of directors is comprised of one representative from each of our member-owners.

Brazos Electric offers competitive pay and benefits for you and your family, a welcoming culture, and the opportunity to advance.Search our current career opportunities: https://joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6972

Job Skills / Requirements

Field Communications Technician- Brazos Electric Weatherford, TX

Brazos Electric is seeking a skilled and motivated Field Communications Technician to join our team supporting critical transmission system technology across our cooperative.

What You’ll Do

• Install, commission, test, and maintain SCADA, EMS, and networking equipment including RTUs, IEDs, routers, switches, AMI/DA systems, and substation automation platforms.
• Support and repair telecommunications systems such as Ethernet and TDM microwave, GPRS, two-way radio, power line carrier, and unlicensed wireless.
• Install and maintain fiber‑optic systems, power line carrier equipment, line tuners, and protective relaying circuits.
• Perform maintenance at communications sites—generators, ATS units, battery banks, HVAC, security systems, dehydrators, and tower lighting.
• Keep firmware and software updated across SCADA, microwave, network, and testing devices.
• Prepare and maintain test reports, configuration files, and field redline drawings.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, FCC, and NERC maintenance and documentation requirements.
• Participate in a 24/7 on‑call rotation for emergency and unscheduled system support.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, member cooperatives, vendors, and circuit providers.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in electronics, related technology, or equivalent military electronics training preferred.
• Networking certification such as CompTia Network+, CCNA, JNCIA or NRS1 is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and excellent service.
• Must live within a 60 minute commute of the Brazos Electric area office

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B visas, and does not participate in student visa training extensions or related employer-sponsored work authorization programs, including F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, due to administrative limitations.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or equivalent certificate.

Additional Information / Benefits

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance