Technician - Telecom; Level I, II, III - Tucson, AZ

Technician - Telecom (Level I, II, III) - Tucson, AZ at Kinder Morgan, Inc.

Location: Tucson, AZ

Salary: $65,720.30 - $87,985.04 (1 year ago) / $ - $ (2 weeks ago)

Field Telecommunications technician needed to support Pipeline Operations, Terminals, and associated company assets.

• Maintain and install telecommunications equipment throughout Tucson, AZ and surrounding sites.
• Work with a range of equipment including microwave radios, industrial wireless systems, SCADA, VSAT, CDMA, phone systems, digital multiplexer, LAN/WAN, VHF radios, etc.
• Apply problem‑solving skills to isolate outages and restore services.
• Document resolutions in a ticketing system.
• Interact professionally with employees, management, vendors, and customers.
• Plan work days for optimal efficiency, with limited supervision.
• Use company‑provided cell phone and be available during working and non‑working hours.
• Callout and unscheduled overtime is required and anticipated; may work non‑traditional hours.
• Maintain safety for self, assets, employees, and public.
• Show dependable attendance and high performance.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Travel required; a company vehicle assigned.

• High school diploma.
• Associate’s degree in Electronics Technology (preferred).
• BS in Technology or Engineering is a plus.
• A minimum of four years’ experience in electronic technology or telecommunications may be accepted as a degree substitute.

• Minimum of three years active work experience in telecommunications for Level II and higher.
• Solid training in electronics or thorough understanding via work experience.

• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory record.
• TWIC required. Applicant must obtain or retain.

• Strong diagnostic and logical problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).
• Strong written and verbal communication; attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service; effectively communicate with all levels.
• Teamwork, direction from supervisors, attention to detail, adherence to schedules.
• Analytical and quick thinking for emergency operations.
• Organize and prioritize daily work; maintain confidentiality.
• Perform multiple tasks under short deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive attitude and handle negative/conflicting situations logically.
• Adaptable to organizational change.
• Understand employee/employer expectations.
• Highly self‑motivated with minimal supervision.
• Perform all essential functions of the job.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill level.

• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Work in all weather conditions.

• Position based in Tucson, AZ.
• Callout and unscheduled overtime required and anticipated.
• Travel required; company vehicle assigned.

• Good understanding of digital microwave communications, digital multiplexers, terminal servers, LAN/WAN, routers, and data acquisition systems.
• Certifications:
  
  Cisco CCNA, Cisco IP Telephony, Nortel, NABER two‑way radio, NICET, FCC license.

• Position may perform other duties as assigned.

Successful candidate required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check after offer extended and prior to employment. This position is subject to random drug testing.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

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