Electronic Communications Engineer

About the Pay

Note: The hourly range listed ($36.81 – $44.16) reflects the target hiring range only and does not represent the full employee pay range for this position.

About Central Arizona Project

Central Arizona Project (CAP) is a 336-mile system that supplies Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona. More than 6 million people rely on this supply.  

CAP employs nearly 500 people who enjoy a team-oriented and safety-focused work culture. The close community of a small company is driven to help fulfill our extremely valuable mission.

Compensation & Benefits Package includes:

• Competitive Salaries
• Arizona State Retirement System – Pension
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability
• 4-10 (Mon-Thur) work schedule
• Paid training & tuition reimbursement
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid vacation & sick time
• Wellness programs
• No benefits waiting period
• Relocation benefits
• Significant training and development opportunities
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• 6-week paid Maternity/Paternity leave

About the Qualifications

As an Electronics Communications Engineer, you would maintain modern electronic communications technology, including digital microwave, digital trunked mobile radio systems, fiber optic networks and security video surveillance systems. Assists Sr. Communications Engineers in the design and implementation of new communications technologies, and in developing and conducting performance tests to ensure system designs and equipment requirements are satisfied. Develops and updates preventive maintenance procedures based on manufacturers' recommendations and repair trends. Performs corrective and routine preventive maintenance on CAP electronic and communications systems.

Some of the specific duties include:

1. Maintains and tests digital communications systems and related equipment. Installs equipment and cabling per EIA/TIA standards. Uses electronic test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, RF power meters, OTDR's (Optical Time Domain Reflectometers), oscilloscopes and multimeters, along with a variety of other complex specialized test equipment to troubleshoot, develop, and execute test plans.  

2. Applies personal computer to interface with electronic equipment for maintenance and analysis. Maintains system-specific applications necessary to optimize the communication systems. Assists Sr. Communications Engineers to develop and maintain preventive maintenance procedures for Microwave, Mobile Radio, security and fiber optic systems.  

3. Uses wiring diagrams, schematics, service manuals and standard operating practices as needed to accomplish work. Assists Engineering Services in maintaining as-builts for the CAP communications systems.  

4. Performs equipment deficiency analyses, writes reports and recommends solutions to the Communications Supervisor and Sr. Communications Engineers. Revises written documentation to keep current all changes to equipment or circuit configuration.

About the Qualifications

Must possess a broad working knowledge of network communications including five (5) years of recent experience as a communications technician working in the communications network/electronics field. Associate's degree (or higher) in Electronics Technology or a closely related technical field; OR a high school diploma or equivalent with eight (8) years of applicable work experience. Intermediate or advanced skill level in MS Word and MS Excel. Ability to work with a variety of complex programs and databases. Prior experience reading and interpreting technical design and installation drawings.   

Required Certifications or Licenses: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain a good driving record. 

Note: Must successfully obtain an FCC General Radio Operator's license within six months of hire date.  

This is a safety-sensitive position and requires physical testing (including tower climbing physical testing).   

Preference given to candidates who have experience with Internet Protocol-based point to point wireless backhaul networks. Proficient in the use of Visio (or similar design/drawing software) to create drawings necessary for the design, as built, and the installation of communications systems and those who have an FCC General Radio Operator's license.

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If you are experienced and highly skilled in the responsibilities of this job (mentioned above), have a team-focused positive approach to work, and are looking for a rewarding career with a stable organization in the North Phoenix area, then we encourage you to apply online today! www.cap-az.com/jobs. Your Water, Your Future! EOE

Salary : $37 - $44