Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from DQE Communications

  • Job overview

    The Communications Field Technician at DQE Communications is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing complex telecommunications systems to ensure reliable network performance across fiber optics and related technologies.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The technician will coordinate site visits, troubleshoot and maintain optical transport and electrical services, perform equipment installation and testing, track maintenance activities, and document physical access changes to network structures.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need 2-5 years of telecommunications experience, proficiency with fiber optics, routers, switches, and wireless systems, strong diagnostic and communication skills, and the ability to handle physical tasks and document work accurately.

  • Company information

    DQE Communications is a regional fiber-optic Internet and data network provider established in 1997, serving Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio with a focus on secure, reliable data services and continuous network expansion.

  • Job location and travel

    The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with service areas including Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio; specific job location details are not provided.

Company overview

DQE Communications LLC is a leading provider of high-speed fiber optic networking solutions, primarily serving businesses and organizations in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. They generate revenue by offering a range of services including Ethernet, dark fiber, internet, and custom network solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of their clients. Founded in 1997, DQE has grown significantly, expanding its network infrastructure to over 3,000 route miles of fiber, ensuring robust and reliable connectivity. Their commitment to innovation and customer service has established them as a trusted partner in the telecommunications industry.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your hands-on experience with fiber optics, routers, switches, and wireless systems, emphasizing installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting skills relevant to DQE Communications' network technologies.

  • Focus on showcasing your ability to perform system diagnostics, equipment testing, and upgrades, as well as your proficiency in coordinating with customers and vendors to ensure smooth project execution.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including DQE Communications' official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.

  • Connect with current employees in the telecommunications or field operations divisions at DQE Communications on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent company expansions or asking about the team’s approach to maintaining network reliability.

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