Field OT Network Technician - Fiber, SCADA & Wireless

Kinetik; Maljamar (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik is seeking a field telecom/network engineer to support construction, operation and maintenance of communications systems across West Texas and Permian plants. The role involves installing, testing and troubleshooting fiber, voice and data circuits, interpreting schematics, and ensuring cybersecurity for OT environments.

Expect 90% travel to sites, outdoor work in varied weather, and a fast-paced environment requiring strong problem-solving and independent work ethic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical engineering, computer science, information technology preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years related work experience in ICs, SCADA, or 4 years in networking and telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction, operation & maintenance of communication lines, wireless data, fiber optic data lines, wireless tower lines and wireless services.
• Install and maintain network equipment and configuration of various devices.
• Interpret network drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and implement design parameters as specified.
• Install and troubleshoot fiber, voice, and data circuits utilizing appropriate test equipment.
• Monitor network for equipment alarms and adverse trends to proactively prevent network outages.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Networking design

Troubleshooting

Cybersecurity basics

Communication (verbal/written)

Education

Electrical/CS/IT degree

Tools

SCADA systems

Fiber optics testing

Job description

Kinetik is seeking a field telecom/network engineer to support construction, operation and maintenance of communications systems across West Texas and Permian plants. The role involves installing, testing and troubleshooting fiber, voice and data circuits, interpreting schematics, and ensuring cybersecurity for OT environments.

Expect 90% travel to sites, outdoor work in varied weather, and a fast-paced environment requiring strong problem-solving and independent work ethic.