Telecommunications Technician A

About the Position:

We are presently seeking a Telecommunications Tester A for an opening in Glens Falls. In addition to a starting wage of $48.74 per hour, we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more.Under general supervision to perform such duties as:

• Install, test and maintain mobile radio transmitters and receivers such as pagers, portable units, and associated equipment other than base stations.
• Test and maintain all types of radio transmitters and receivers and associated equipment in a shop.
• Investigate radio and TV interference complaints; to perform substation and transmission line interference surveys.
• Perform inspections, investigations, or tests on equipment where the complexity is comparable to other duties in this classification.
• Prepare necessary reports; to maintain F.C.C. records pertaining to the above duties.
• Assist Communications Testers of a higher classification.

Job Qualifications:

• Must have satisfactorily completed accredited courses in Mathematics through Trigonometry, DC and AC Circuits including Magnetism and Polyphase Theory, Basic Electrical and Mechanical Diagrams, and Fundamental Solid State Electronics or successful completion of the equivalent agreed upon by Management and the Brotherhood;
• Must have valid F.C.C. General Class Radiotelephone License or NABER Two-Way Radio Certificate.
• Must pass validated aptitude test.
• Valid drivers license required.
• High School diploma or equivalent