CPS Energy · 12 hours ago
Tech Communications Fiber 1
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCPS Energy is a dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of the communities they serve. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing critical communications infrastructure, particularly focusing on fiber optic networks and related systems to support reliable grid connectivity.
EnergyLogisticsRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Install, maintain, repair, monitor and administer ISP/OSP infrastructure including optical transport systems, associated layer 2 ethernet systems, operational support telephony system components, fiber optic and copper cabling systems, power line carrier systems used in the control and telemetry of electric and gas systems
Installation of fiber optic Transport systems, OSP fiber optic cables both aerial and underground to include attachments, grounding, weather proofing, connectors, SFP’s and associated related hardware. System configuration and related AC or DC power
Perform field level troubleshooting of all OSP/ISP infrastructure equipment, physical wiring, interrogate L1/L2 devices, perform upgrades, overbuilds, and expansions as necessary
Pursues and maintains a high level of technical proficiency as technology evolves
Performs systems field integration to support corporate applications
Supports communications systems associated with gas and electric SCADA systems
Maintains transport network management systems for moves adds deletes of elements
Participates in investigations related to incidents and problems affecting communication services
Interacts with Telecommunications engineering and maintenance personnel, organization employees in a maintenance capacity or servicing end-user equipment and vendors/contractors supplying goods and/or services to the organization
Demonstrate proficiency in operating computer and applications necessary for day to day job duties
Knowledgeable in use of various test equipment, including OTDR, Fusion Splicer, Power Meter, TDM analyzer and multi-meter
Accurately follow instructions and complete assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work (SOW) and methods of procedures (MOPs) and track work via checklists
Perform field level troubleshooting including wiring, devise access, Troubleshoot, upgrade and expand Infrastructure Networks or Customer sites
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience with a broad range of network technologies, including: L1/L2 optical networking, WDM, Power Line Carrier, Tele-protection, data networking technologies (routing, switching firewalls)
Experience with OSP and ISP fiber construction methods including aerial and underground methods and technics
Basic understanding of data networking protocols including but not limited to OSPF, ISIS, BGP, EIGRP, VOIP, IP/MPLS, and MPLS-TP
Ability to provision and configure L1 and L2 network elements
Basic understanding of functionality of TDM and Ethernet transport network equipment and systems
Experience working with Network Management Systems & monitoring Tools
Communicate directly with status updates with chain of command, internal and external customers
Monitor alert systems and take appropriate action
Assist in management of the emergency restoration process for support requests requiring escalation
Work with support technicians and management to resolve or mitigate known or evolving network issues
Provide excellent support and service to the customer
Monitors and helps maintain critical equipment inventories to ensure materials are available for break/fix repairs as needed
Valid Class C Texas Driver's License
Must have a good driving record
Associate Degree in a Technical Area AAS/AAT/AEET/AE/AET or related technical field or equivalent/relevant experience
Preferred
Any relevant Cisco, Juniper, Adrian, Nokia Networking Certifications a plus
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently without continuous supervision with a desire and ability to learn and retain new technologies
Must be a team player and have excellent interpersonal communications skills
Ability to analyze and troubleshoot and provide direction on possible cause and corrective actions depending on the event severity
Ability to maintain the security of network infrastructure and compliance with all applicable industry and security standards (NERC CIP, PCI, SOX etc.)
Maintain the availability and integrity of network infrastructure, including wired and wireless networks, network security infrastructure, and voice transport infrastructure
Proficient with network management operational tools such as Cisco Prime, Cisco EPNM, VistaNet, ESRI, and ProVision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling
Very important to this position are analytical, operation monitoring, quality control analysis, troubleshooting, critical thinking, active listening, complex problem solving, critical thinking, equipment maintenance, self-starter, positive attitude, safety
Important to this position are repairing, presentations, operation and control
Company
CPS Energy
CPS Energy is the nation’s largest municipally owned natural gas and electric company, providing safe.
Founded in 1860
1001-5000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rudy Garza
President & CEO
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