Telecommunication Technician

Salary : $62,795.20 Annually

Location : Lubbock, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: T185-3409

Department: Information Technology – Internal Services

Division: 3409 – Communications

Opening Date: 09/09/2023

Closing Date: 9/15/2023 5:00 PM Central

Summary
Monitors, operates, installs, and maintains local, off-site and/or remote locations of telephone switching and related equipment.
Essential Functions

  • Attend and complete installation and maintenance training for Cisco telephone equipment;
  • Evaluate, test and repair Cisco and Avaya equipment.
  • Update software and perform preventive maintenance to switching and all other telephone equipment;
  • Maintain equipment and connections to all telephone lines such as T1s, Integrated Synchronous Data Networks, Sip Trunks and Plexar lines;
  • Manage updates and repairs on the Cisco/Avaya Voice Messaging System;
  • Maintain automated call distribution and Interralia recording equipment;
  • Be on-call with pager for critical system repair after normal business hours;
  • Attend training sessions and meetings as needed;
  • Working knowledge of data networks;
  • Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional six years’ experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of telecommunication equipment including Cisco/ Avaya and Blueworks IVR equipment; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Valid Current Driver’s License

Physical Exam Required

*** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:

  • Cisco/Avaya equipment: Cisco UCM, Voicemail and Avaya G430;
  • All telephone lines such as T1s, ISDNs, Sip Trunks and Plexar lines;
  • Cisco and Avaya Voice Messaging System;
  • ACDs and Interralia recording equipment;
  • Working knowledge of Integrated Voice Reconnection system.

Ability to:

  • Communicate effectively with others;
  • Evaluate, test and repair Cisco equipment: Cisco UCM, Cisco Voicemail, Avaya G430, and Blueworks IVR;
  • Perform updates and preventive maintenance to switching equipment and all other telephone equipment;
  • Maintain equipment and connections to all telephone lines such as T1s, ISDN, and Plexar lines;
  • Manage updates and repairs on the other Telecom systems;
  • Maintain ACDs and Interralia recording equipment.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently walk and standing during the shift;
  • Frequently bend and kneel during the shift;
  • Continuously carry up to 25 pounds and frequently carry up to 50 pounds;
  • Push and pull objects;
  • Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
  • Occasionally rotate upper trunk forward to the left or right while sitting or standing;
  • Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height;
  • Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click

Job Category
Media, PR and Communications
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 62,795.20 per year
Country
United States
City
Lubbock
Career Level
unspecified
Company
City of Lubbock, TX
JOB SOURCE
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock/jobs/4190435