Senior Communications Technician
JOB-10047680
Anticipated Start Date
October 12, 2026
Location
Columbus, IN
Type of Employment
Contract
Employer Info
Our client is an American natural gas and crude oil pipeline company with headquarters in Houston, Texas. It is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), crude oil, refined products, and petrochemicals.
Job Summary:
Our client is seeking a Senior Communications Technician to provide regional telecommunications field support, including the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, and other communications systems. The role will support local projects, coordinate with contractors and field operations, provide first-level training, and serve as a liaison between field operations and IT.
Job Description:
Installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecommunications and communications systems, including voice, data, SCADA, video, microwave, badge access, video surveillance, and satellite equipment
Provide preventative maintenance, fault isolation, and troubleshooting support for communications systems
Assist the projects group with the implementation of project-related systems
Direct local contractors engaged in the installation and maintenance of telecommunications systems
Provide support and first-level training to field operations personnel
Act as the first-level liaison between field operations and the IT organization
Drive field standards and provide feedback to the communications engineering team
Provide 24/7 on-call support
Skills Required
7+ years of experience installing and/or maintaining telecommunications systems
Experience with wireless data systems, SCADA, and LAN cabling systems
Experience with phone system and microwave communications system installation and maintenance is a plus
Must have Telephony and Network Experience
Ability to use test equipment and software to support telecommunications systems in the field
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to work independently and prioritize assigned activities
Ability to interact with internal and external teams/clients to solve problems
Education/Training/Certifications
Associate's degree in Electronics or 7 years of equivalent experience in the field of Electronics
Additional Requirements
Job Site: Onsite
FCC license preferred
Network certification such as CCNA is a plus
Ability to work in an outdoor environment
Ability to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle
Must be willing to travel up to 50%
24/7 on-call support
PPE and FRCs are required
Tools and test equipment will be provided
GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
