Telecomms Apprentice III at American Electric Power

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Telecommunications, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

Reside within 45 minutes of the John W. Vaughan Center (1281 North Electric Road, Roanoke VA 24022)
Associate degree, or equivalent 2-year technical degree, in electrical engineering technology, electronic technology, or related technical field

Responsibilities

Assist with entry to basic level installation, acceptance testing, and documentation of various Telecommunications related equipment and systems (may assist in performing higher level work)
Assist with entry to basic level troubleshooting and system testing, maintenance, and repair of electronic and optical equipment, infrastructure, and systems (may assist in performing higher level work)
Maintain accurate records, reports, drawings, and other data required for all work performed; maintain inventory
Inspect and maintain test equipment, tools, automotive equipment, and safety/protective equipment in good working order and compliance
Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and update electronic and electrical prints, diagrams, and asset records related to Telecom equipment and technologies
Demonstrate the ability to operate tools and other equipment necessary to perform job duties
Assist others as requested or assigned
Perform all duties in accordance with the Company’s safety rules and operating regulations, NERC CIP, and environmental compliance and practices
Respond to emergency callouts as required
Perform other duties as assigned
Successfully complete all assigned training
Develop a working knowledge of entry to basic level technical support skills in at least one assigned technology area (e.g., Transmission and Distribution station data networks, SCADA, distribution automation systems, smart grids, telecom for other utility systems; Generation and Renewables facilities telecom voice and data systems; Transport systems such as microwave radio, fiber optic, and other transport/wireless systems; Land Mobile Radio System; Fiber optic cables, splicing, testing, and termination; AC/DC electrical power systems; Telecom wiring and cabling; Networking systems; Infrastructure support equipment and facilities; Specialized support of centers)