Field Technician for Cutting Edge Telecommunication Service Provider

Field Technician for Cutting Edge Telecommunication Service Provider




As a Field Technician with Transaction Network Services, one of the world's leading providers of data communication services, you will play a critical part in the smooth operations of our site and equipment. In this role you will have the opportunity to learn about telecom networks at a deep level of granularity. Armed with this knowledge you'll quickly evolve into a go-to person who can produce immediate and measurable results as you address any issues that arise, from circuit acceptance and testing to proprietary equipment installations including LAN, WAN, VOIP and related switches. For the motivated "self starting" individual who enjoys a challenging work environment, TNS has the perfect opportunity to advance your career.



Transaction Network Services is one of the world's leading providers of fast, reliable data communications services for transaction-oriented applications. We value a rich and diverse workforce and strive to keep all our employees happy by providing excellent benefits; 100% company paid for health care for employees and their families, a 401K plan, and stock options are just part of the package. In addition, our techs have full reimbursement of all expenses when traveling, a monthly cell phone allowance, and vacation time accrued on a biweekly basis. Beyond the numbers, we are an established company with a great reputation, and we foster a very supportive and team oriented environment. Join TNS and see what all the talk is about.


Working as a Field Technician in our Chicago, Illinois office, you will play a major role in managing both the TNS and the customer global networks, proactively monitoring and responding to any alarms in an immediate and timely manner. Prior experience in a technical service role with a telecom company will enable you to hit the ground running, and TNS offers an ongoing training program to keep the talented and capable individual on the cutting edge of telecommunication technology. A working knowledge of AC/DC power and industry standard cabling terminations will provide the foundation to effectively install, monitor and maintain our equipment and circuits. Ours is an around-the-clock operation and your 24x7 availability in the face of emergencies, as well as your willingness to travel to other sites when necessary, will be essential. From managing the site to monitoring the power plant, all the way to installing copper, optical and coaxial cross connects between OC, DACS and Mux equipment, you will have absolute responsibility for everything in your given area. Become part of a hardworking team in this exciting and challenging position, where we guarantee you will never be bored!



All applications for this position are accepted via our online interview system, managed by Accolo. You can begin the interview process or REFER someone you know by going to this link: http://jobs.accolo.com/6257


Once you have completed the interview, your information will be sent directly to the hiring manager for decisions on the next steps. Regardless of the outcome, Transaction Network Services or Accolo will keep you updated as to your status by e-mail or phone.


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