How do they match: Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

  • Communications Technician
  • NOC Technician
  • Network Operations Center Technician
  • Structured Cabling Technician
  • Switch Technician
  • Telecommunications Network Technician
  • Wireless Technician

  • Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.
  • Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
  • Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.
  • Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.
  • Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
  • Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.
  • Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.
  • Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.

  • Document technical specifications or requirements.
  • Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
  • Install computer hardware.
  • Install computer software.
  • Maintain computer hardware.
  • Monitor the performance of computer networks.
  • Provide technical support for computer network issues.
  • Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware.
  • Test computer hardware performance.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.