Telecommunications Engineer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cencoast/jobs/newprint/4723124) Apply  Telecommunications Engineer Salary $132,837.60 - $161,464.80 Annually Location Newport, OR Job Type Full-time Job Number 24-23 Department Engineering & Operations Division Engineering Opening Date 11/07/2024 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Central Lincoln People's Utility District is seeking a Telecommunications Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This posting will be open continuous until filled. First round of application reviews will begin December 5, 2024. Your job in the department is to . . . Perform management and design activities related to the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of Central Lincoln communications facilities Your job also involves . . . Acting as a project manager or project lead that interacts with consultants, foremen, crew and contractors to construct, modify and maintain Central Lincoln’s fiber optic system, backbone, inside plant communications equipment and various other network equipment. Essential Functions Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. An employee in this classification may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examples do not include all the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform and may change as determined by the needs of the company. Design of communications system improvements, addi­tions ­and other engineering activities related to system maintenance­: + Assists in the design, specification preparation, bidding and construction of ­communica­tion circuits. + Prepares cost estimates. + Writes technical purchase and construction specifications. + Prepares material and/or labor bid document packages. + Follows engineering QA/QC procedures. + Reviews submittals and responds to requests for information during construction. + Develops inspection and testing plans. + Inspects fabrication and construction activities, materials, work products and troubleshoots construction problems. + Prepares start-up and training plans for operation and maintenance of projects. Contribute to creation of an annual work plan, capital budgets, and O&M plans: + Maintains system spares, service contracts and warranties for network equipment. + Assists in preparation of specifications for engineering manuals and books. Provides leadership in aligning strategic direction with overall organization goals with respect to communications: + Evaluates the effectiveness of current installed technology with cost and benefit of upgrading this equipment with regard to overall system performance and budget constraints. Defines and implements security architecture, principles and requirements for communications and network systems: + Monitors, assesses and audits systems, networks and policies to ensure appropriate security efforts and results. + Ensures network and system hardware and software upgrades are performed on a routine basis to maximize infrastructure and system security and uptime. Manages all aspects of complex LAN, WAN, RAN, and point-to-point wireless network: + Analyzes data traffic patterns within network infrastructure, detecting operational problems and recommending improvements to ensure optimal performance. + Responsible for administration of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) frequency authorizations and licenses granted to Central Lincoln. + Monitors license status for expiration dates and data accuracy. + Executes renewal of licenses and modifications, as required. + Reports compliance and addresses complaints. Responsible for the management of contracts and agreements for towers, sites and fiber optic plant. Determines line routes, property ownerships, permit re­quire­ments and easements for communication lines. Remains on call for emergency service after normal working hours as required. Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to meet team, department and Central Lincoln goals while actively demonstrating accountability and responsibility for achieving desired outcomes and measurable results. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Limited supervision and training of small numbers of workers. The nature of supervision is largely confined to scheduling work or assigning tasks. (team leads) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The required knowledge, skills and/or abilities are listed below: Knowledge of: + Engineering design and project management including fundamentals of the principles, practices and procedures of an engineering discipline, such as engineering design, calculations, reading and interpreting plans, specifications and project schedules. + Applicable Federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, codes and statutes as they apply to communications facilities for electric utilities. + FCC and FAA regulations pertaining to construction, operations and maintenance of communications facilities. + Safety rules and procedures. + Principles of project scheduling and management. + Inside and Outside Plant Fiberoptic system design, including route selection, splice planning, optical budget calculation and system commissioning/testing. + Installation and maintenance of Layer 3 (routers) and Layer 2 (switches) devices, including network, address and change management systems + Internet security including networking (Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, switches and routers), TCP/IP protocols, Internet technologies including encryption, data and network forensics. + Protocol analysis, including the knowledge and ability to use Network/OS Vulnerability Assessment tools as well as probing, various attach methods, and Intrusion Detection and Protection. + A thorough understanding of Central Lincoln rules, policies and regulations. Skill or ability to: + Collect and organize data from a variety of sources. + Research alternative courses of action beyond prescribed guidelines. + Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. + Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. + Determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations and the environment will affect outcomes. + Radio Frequency (RF) and Network Engineering analysis and design software. Experience with AutoCAD is preferred. + Comply with Central Lincoln safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position. + Identify and attend trainings to maintain and learn new skills. + Convey information, ideas, and facts both orally and in writing to supervisors, colleagues, and individuals, inside and outside Central Lincoln, using language and a format the audience will best understand. + Utilize computers and other technology to communicate in written and verbal forms (e.g., word processing, texts, emails, spreadsheets, department-specific software). + Effectively relate well with others, including supervisors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside Central Lincoln. Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships. + Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Show up to work on time, and follows instructions, policies, and procedures. Meet productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules. Minimum Qualifications and Progression Minimum Education Level Bachelors of Science Preferred (if specific fields, list below) Specifics: Electronic or Electrical Engineering Minimum Experience Level 5-6 Years Minimum Specifics: Commensurate experience in Communications. Substitution Note: Any combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the required job functions may be qualifying. Associates Degree with 8 years’ experience or a high school diploma/GED with 10 years’ experience. Certifications None required Driver’s License Oregon Driver's License required Specifics: This position requires the ability to drive either a personal or company owned vehicle to conduct business for Central Lincoln. WORKING CONDITIONS Job Conditions: Work is performed in both office and field environments: Work in the office environment is sedentary in nature, requiring ability to process oral communication and the ability to enter and read information on a computer. Work in the field environment may require bending, climbing, crawling, stretching, pulling, pushing, standing, twisting, and walking over uneven ground. There is a common exposure to dust, pollen, traffic, and fumes. Fieldwork may be performed in adverse weather conditions such as snow, rain, wind, flooding, summer heat, etc. When in the field, a significant amount of driving is required. Work Location: Central Lincoln-Newport, Florence, Reedsport. (Default unless specific location only) Click or tap here to enter text. Travel: Travel occasionally via traditional modes of transportation (including airline travel) over long distances, some of which may involve one or more night stays out of town, both within and outside the state of Oregon. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands are typical of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical capability to handle high mobility demands and complex personal interactions. + Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (0-25 pounds). + Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. + Environmental Factors: Tasks are occasionally performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Central Lincoln is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Central Lincoln is pleased to offer an extensive range of benefits to help our employees stay healthy and plan for their financial futures: Competitive Wages Personal Time Off (PTO) , Holidays Medical, Rx, Dental and Optical Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance (Voluntary) Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Contribution Plan/Employer Match 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Employer contributions to an HRA VEBA Complete details regarding coverage are located in the plan documents, summary plan descriptions, labor contracts and administrative policies that are provided to new employees. Central Lincoln reserves the right to modify or terminate in the future any benefit program that is now or later offered to you. 01 Do you hold a Bachelor of Science Degree? If so, what is your major? 02 Are you a member of any professional or industrial organizations that represent telecommunications systems? If so, please describe your level of involvement? 03 Have you been involved in the construction of Fiberoptic Outside Plant (OSP) facilities? If so, please describe your role in the project(s). 04 Describe your experience as it relates to Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) power systems as they relate to telecommunications. 05 Do you have experience deploying or operating ITU G. 8032 transport systems? If so, please explains your experience(s). 06 Do you have experience in deploying or operating Wave Division Multiplexing *WDM/CWDM/DWDM systems? If so, please describe your experience. Required Question Agency Central Lincoln Peoples' Utility District Address Central Lincoln PUD 2129 N Coast Highway Newport, Oregon, 97365 Phone (541) 574-2012 Website http://www.clpud.org Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email