Senior Telecomms Technician – Advanced Install & Support

AEP; Longview, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP is seeking a Telecomms Technician B in Longview, TX. The role involves installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications equipment and infrastructure under supervision or independently as skills grow.

The position requires an associate degree or 2-year technical degree (or military training/experience) and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience. A valid driver's license is mandatory, and travel may be required to support 24x7 operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in electrical/electronic tech or related field.
• Or military training/experience in related tech field.
• High school diploma with 5+ years of related work experience or industry knowledge.
• Equivalent knowledge and skills to Telecom Technician C and 5+ years of technical work experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, maintain, repair, or replace telecom equipment and systems.
• Perform intermediate to advanced troubleshooting and system testing.
• Maintain accurate records, drawings, and data for work performed.
• Read and update electronics prints and asset records.
• Provide training to junior staff and support cross-training.
• Follow safety, CIP, and environmental compliance practices.

Skills

Reading prints

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Safety compliance

Cross-training

Education

Associate degree or 2-year technical degree

Military training/experience

High school diploma with 5 years experience

Tools

SCADA

P25 system

Fiber optics

Telecom networking

Test equipment

Job description

AEP is seeking a Telecomms Technician B in Longview, TX. The role involves installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications equipment and infrastructure under supervision or independently as skills grow.

The position requires an associate degree or 2-year technical degree (or military training/experience) and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience. A valid driver's license is mandatory, and travel may be required to support 24x7 operations.