Telecom Installation Tech

Posting Number: S14823P

Working Title: Telecom Installation Tech I

Department: EITS-Network Infrastruc & Srvc

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm. Occasional after-hours as needed for emergency repairs.

Advertised Salary: Up to 44,000

Posting Date: 03/05/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 04/06/2026

Special Instructions To Applicants: Please provide name and contact information for three professional references. This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The main responsibility of this position will be to respond to telecommunications outside plant infrastructure locate requests, either assigned through the Georgia Utilities Protection Center EDEN PRIS application or other means.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience in locating outside utilities on and off the University of Georgia campus
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps
• Ability to enter telecommunications maintenance holes as necessary

Walk over various terrain, spend much of the day outdoors, lift manhole lids, and carry locate equipment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:
Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?:
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:
No

Does this position require a P-Card?:
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?:
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:
No

Does This Position Have Security Access?:
Yes

Assist the OSP IT Manager with all aspects related to maintaining the existing infrastructure and designing and engineering new OSP systems, including cellular systems, Campus Security Camera Systems, and Emergency Call Stations. Serve as the primary backup to the IT manager position as needed. (20% of time)

• Assists in the design and engineering of projects involving OSP infrastructure.
• As directed by OSP IT Manager, examines and provides input on OSP infrastructure plans developed by outside designers, contractors, and engineers.
• Assist the OSP IT Manager in generating estimates or working with contractors to generate estimates for OSP projects and proposals at the University of Georgia.
• Assist the OSP IT Manager in writing technical specifications for OSP installation projects performed for the University of Georgia to be included in Scopes of Works and/or bid documents.
• Assist the OSP IT Manager in creating as-built maps and related information.
• Assist with OSP infrastructure installation and problem determination related to the Campus Security Camera and Campus Emergency Call Station programs.

As directed by the OSP IT Manager, provide direction and support to the technician designated as the EDEN (Georgia 811) contact for telecommunications infrastructure at the University of Georgia. (50% of time)

• Ensure that all locate requests are responded to as the Georgia locate law requires.
• Ensure that locates are being performed accurately and carefully.
• Actively audit locates being performed by EITS staff regularly.
• Provide locate staff/crew with information, training, tools, and equipment required to perform locate tasks.

As directed by the OSP IT Manager, provide assistance and direction to the staff member(s) assigned to OSP tasks, which includes troubleshooting, documenting, and repairing the OSP copper, fiber, and cellular infrastructure. (percentage not indicated)

• Ensure tasks are being done in a timely and proper manner.
• Actively…