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Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc.

Field Communications Technician (OM26-16)

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A Broadband Technician works both inside and outside of a residential or business customer's building to install, change, repair and disconnect broadband services including data, digital TV and voice services. Troubleshoots at time of installation and returns at scheduled time if technical issues arise. Educates customers about ordered services.

$70,723 / year median in Texas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Field Communications Technician (OM26-16) Field Communications Technician- Brazos Electric Weatherford, TX Powering Communities. Empowering Careers. Brazos Electric is seeking a skilled and motivated Field Communications Technician to join our team supporting critical transmission system technology across our cooperative. What You'll Do Install, commission, test, and maintain SCADA, EMS, and networking equipment including RTUs, IEDs, routers, switches, AMI/DA systems, and substation automation platforms. Support and repair telecommunications systems such as Ethernet and TDM microwave, GPRS, two-way radio, power line carrier, and unlicensed wireless. Install and maintain fiber-optic systems, power line carrier equipment, line tuners, and protective relaying circuits. Perform maintenance at communications sites—generators, ATS units, battery banks, HVAC, security systems, dehydrators, and tower lighting. Keep firmware and software updated across SCADA, microwave, network, and testing devices. Prepare and maintain test reports, configuration files, and field redline drawings. Ensure compliance with FAA, FCC, and NERC maintenance and documentation requirements. Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency and unscheduled system support. Work closely with engineering, operations, member cooperatives, vendors, and circuit providers. What You Bring High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate degree in electronics, related technology, or equivalent military electronics training preferred. Networking certification such as CompTia Network+, CCNA, JNCIA or NRS1 is a plus. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently. Commitment to safety, reliability, and excellent service. Must live within a 60 minute commute of the Brazos Electric area office Why Brazos Electric? Join a cooperative dedicated to innovation, reliability, and the communities we serve. Work with advanced technology, supportive colleagues, and a team that values professional growth. To apply, visit our careers page: https://joblinkapply.com/Joblink/6972 Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B visas, and does not participate in student visa training extensions or related employer-supported work authorization programs, including F-1 OPT or STEM OPT, due to administrative limitations. With a history dating back to 1941, Brazos Electric has grown and evolved over the years to serve the changing needs of our member-owner co-ops and their customers throughout Texas. Brazos Electric Cooperative provides transmission and distribution services for 16 Texas electric co-ops whose service territory extends across 68 counties from the Texas Panhandle to Houston. Those 16 co-ops are the member-owners of Brazos Electric, and our board of directors is comprised of one representative from each of our member-owners. Brazos Electric offers competitive pay and benefits for you and your family, a welcoming culture, and the opportunity to advance.
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