Field Telecom & IT Networking Technician

FirstEnergy Corp; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) with employer matching

Medical, prescription drug, dental,视co

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FirstEnergy Corp. is hiring a Communications Technician to install, test, maintain and repair telecom systems across transmission and substation infrastructures.

You will work with two-way radio, fiber optic, microwave, RTUs and related equipment, ensuring safety and reliability while documenting changes and generating reports. Travel to FirstEnergy office locations and customer sites, respond to after-hours calls, and collaborate with engineers, management, and contractors to complete projects

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering Technology or 2 years related experience.
• Experience with network communications equipment and SCADA/RTU systems.
• Proficient with PC software including MS Office and SAP; familiarity with telecom NMS.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications systems as assigned.
• Create network diagrams, as-built documentation, and reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, management and contractors to deliver projects.

Skills

Engineering collaboration

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Network Management Systems

Job description

FirstEnergy Corp. is hiring a Communications Technician to install, test, maintain and repair telecom systems across transmission and substation infrastructures.

You will work with two-way radio, fiber optic, microwave, RTUs and related equipment, ensuring safety and reliability while documenting changes and generating reports. Travel to FirstEnergy office locations and customer sites, respond to after-hours calls, and collaborate with engineers, management, and contractors to complete projects