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Job Description

Design or configure voice, video, and data communications systems. Supervise installation and post-installation service and maintenance.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1143.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Telecommunications Engineering Specialists”.

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Tasks for “Consultant”

Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.
Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.
Order or maintain inventory of telecommunications equipment for customer premises equipment (CPE), facilities, access networks, or backbone networks.
Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.
Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.
Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.
Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.
Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
Supervise maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
Implement or perform preventive maintenance, backup, or recovery procedures.
Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.
Work with personnel and facilities management staff to install, remove, or relocate user connectivity equipment and devices.
Prepare system activity and performance reports.
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.
Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.
Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.
Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.
Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.
Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.
Document procedures for hardware and software installation and use.
Manage user access to systems and equipment through account management and password administration.
Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.
Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.

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