Telecoms Technician: Field Install & Tech Support

American Electric Power; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Telecom Technician C in Texas. The role covers basic to intermediate installation, testing, maintenance, and documentation of telecom equipment and systems.

This is a two-year, two-step progression program with levels C2 and C1. Responsibilities include installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecom infrastructure, reading electrical diagrams, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in electrical/electronic tech or military tech training.
• Minimum 3 years of related technical work experience beyond education.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, acceptance testing, and documentation of telecom equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair telecom systems and components.
• Maintain accurate records, drawings, and data for all work performed.
• Read and update electrical prints, diagrams, and asset records.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues as needed.

Skills

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Education

Associate degree or 2-year technical degree

Tools

SCADA

Fiber optics

Transmission equipment

Networking gear

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Telecom Technician C in Texas. The role covers basic to intermediate installation, testing, maintenance, and documentation of telecom equipment and systems.

This is a two-year, two-step progression program with levels C2 and C1. Responsibilities include installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining telecom infrastructure, reading electrical diagrams, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.