TELECOMMUNICATIONS AIDE - PART TIME

Essex County College; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County College is seeking a Telecommunications Aide to support voice, video, and data communications systems under supervision. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining equipment, troubleshooting issues, and providing end-user support in a collaborative college environment.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree and demonstrated experience in telecom repair with strong communication skills; the position is on-site in Newark, NJ with a hourly pay rate of $20.00.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in telecommunication equipment repair, troubleshooting and end-user support.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, arrange, and maintain telecommunications equipment, cabling and associated hardware.
• Respond promptly to problems or questions regarding telecommunications.
• Test installed telephone systems, troubleshoot phone equipment failures and service issues.
• Test installed video surveillance equipment, troubleshoot equipment failures and service issues.
• Prepare and maintain reports of pending and completed work.

Skills

Telecommunication equipment repair

End-user support

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Essex County College Human Resources Department

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Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Telecommunications or designee, the Telecommunications Aide is responsible for supporting and maintaining voice, video and data communication systems.

Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and for the duration of employment.

Compensation: This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $20.00 per hour.

Join a collaborative, mission-driven college community dedicated to student success and academic excellence.

Supervisory Role

Oral and written instructions are received from the Associate Director of Telecommunications or designee.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Install, arrange, and maintain telecommunications equipment, cabling and associated hardware.
2. Respond promptly to problems or questions regarding telecommunications.
3. Assist in basic trouble shooting of ports and data
4. Test installed telephone systems, troubleshoot phone equipment failures and service issues.
5. Test installed video surveillance equipment, troubleshoot equipment failures and service issues.
6. Assists staff in the proper use of telecommunications equipment.
7. Prepare and maintains reports of pending and completed work.
8. Perform other related duties as required.

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

1. Demonstrated experience in telecommunication equipment repair, troubleshooting and end-user support.
2. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
3. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Minimum Education Requirements Associate’s Degree

Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities

Education Requirements

Education Requirements Associate’s Degree

Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)

Posting Information

Open Date 08/13/2026

Open Until Filled No

Close Date 06/30/2027

Special Instructions Summary

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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