Telecommunications Equipment Specialist

Job Description

Kavaliro is seeking a Telecommunications Equipment Specialist to support a client in Florida.

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Cisco telephony and VoIP systems, including IP phones, call routing, voicemail, and user features.
• Perform moves, adds, and changes (MACs) for Cisco IP phones and extensions.
• Ensure telephony systems meet E-911 and public safety operational requirements.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair two-way radio and telecommunications equipment, including portable and mobile radios, repeaters, and dispatch communications equipment.
• Respond to service calls and provide on-call support during emergencies, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Travel locally to facilities and operational locations to provide hands-on technical support.
• Maintain accurate documentation, inventory records, and equipment histories.
• Assist with research, planning, and recommendations for new or upgraded telephony and communications equipment.
• Support communications operations during emergency and disaster situations.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in telecommunications, electronics, or information technology.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to operate a county vehicle.

• A minimum of two (2+) years of experience supporting Cisco telephony (VoIP/Unified Communications), two-way radio systems, or public safety communications environments.
• Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting telephony or radio equipment.
• Experience providing on-call or emergency communications support.

• Cisco Certified Collaboration Associate (CCNA Collaboration)
• Cisco Certified Collaboration Professional (CCNP Collaboration)
• Cisco Unified Communications training or certifications
• SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) training or certification
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
• APCO or NENA public safety communications certifications

• Approximately 50% field work / 50% office work.
• Local travel using a shared government operations vehicle.
• On-call availability required, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency events.
• Work performed in office, dispatch centers, radio sites, vehicles, and outdoor environments.

• Successful completion of background investigation, fingerprinting, and drug testing.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.