KAMO Power Cooperative Hiring for Field Systems Analyst Sr. Job at Vinita, OK Full Time

KAMO offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including 100% paid employee medical coverage and employer base contribution 401K plan.

All levels of experience will be considered.Job and pay grade will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Summary/Objective

With minimal or no supervision performs troubleshooting, installation, testing and repair of various types of complex telecommunications and computer equipment including fiber optics, Sonet equipment, two-way radio, SCADA, digital equipment, power line carrier, telephone systems, MAS radio systems, analog and digital microwave systems. Responsible for compiling data on all installed, modified or removed electronic equipment and evaluates the equipment report to pinpoint problem areas.

Essential Functions

Fiber installations including underground and aerial construction on distribution line structures and assemblies. Termination and splicing of Optical Ground Wire (OGPW) and All-Dielectric Self-Supporting (ADSS) fiber cable in fiber enclosures and optical termination panels.

Point-of-Presence (POP) buildings, POP cabinets and microwave tower installation and maintenance. Installing and testing AC/DC power systems, building entrance systems, surge arrestors, generator hook-ups and operations, HVAC, grounding and door entrance and alarm systems installation. Communications cable installation and testing in POPs and KAMO facilities to include fiber termination panels, cross-connect panels, CAT5/6 panels and wall jacks.

Installation, configuration and testing of networking hardware to include Ethernet switches, routers, DWDM/CWDM nodes, SONET nodes, other TDM (Time Division Multiplexing) devices such as channel banks or TDM emulation and terminal servers.

Installation and troubleshooting RF systems including microwave networks and two-way radio systems in POP facilities, KAMO fleet and other vehicles.

Train and instruct less experienced personnel.

Knowledge

Knowledge of NESC standards and requirements, telecommunications transmission technologies for fiber optics and microwave systems, OSI network layers, Ethernet, IP frame and packet structure, TDM multiplexing and timing, electronic theory and AC/DC Power.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Requires a combination of computer skills, troubleshooting, soldering and mechanical skills, to identify

problems and perform precise repair work. Excellent documentation skills a must. Capability to complete required data entry and precise evaluations of fiber paths from traces taken with OTDR equipment is critical. Obtain and/or maintain first aid and CPR, fiber optic installer, tower climbing safety and rescue and radio frequency safety awareness training. .

Abilities

Need to be organized and a self-starter. Ability to work safely in an electrically hazardous environment. Capability to communicate and coordinate ideas and concepts with peers, superiors and supervising managers. Must have good interpersonal skills to interact with all KAMO employees, member system employees and other utilities. Be involved with daily job briefings and communicate known hazards to all individuals present. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize time/workload to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. Capability to adapt to changing business circumstances and handle multiple tasks.

Experience & Education

Associate Degree in High Voltage Line Technology, Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology or related discipline from an accredited trade school or university is required, plus seven (7) or more years of work experience. Equivalent industry experience may potentially be considered toward substitution of degree requirements.

Licenses

Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Any restrictions will be evaluated based on the nature of the job.

Equipment

Effectively use equipment such as, but not limited: fusion splicer, OTDR, underground cable locator, climbing gear (tower and utility pole), all telecommunication testing equipment including T1, Ethernet, RS232, personal protective equipment (PPE), hot sticks, tools (hand and portable power) and ladders. Must also be able to utilize test equipment that includes computers and testing software. Capability to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, crane, bucket truck, trenching and excavation equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of fiber installation experience do you have?
• Do you have experience testing networking hardware?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Optical Ground Wire splicing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location