Telecom Consultant Assc/ Consultant

Job Posting End Date

06-28-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Performs routine network architecture assignments under general direction. Assists with planning, researching, evaluating, designing, and developing network systems.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participates in planning, design, installation and configuration of telecom transport equipment such as Carrier Ethernet, DWDM, Sonet and Microwave transport systems.
• Perform network analysis and troubleshooting of AEP’s telecommunication transport network.
• Collaborate with planning, project management, various engineering organizations and vendors to satisfy AEP’s requirements for the telecom transport network.
• Perform scoping details for telecom transport projects related to new installs as well as upgrades to existing telecom transport equipment.
• Prepares cost estimates and supporting documentation for engineering assignments using established guidelines.
• Performs network assignments and assist senior engineers to develop telecom architecture improvements for the transport network.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Telecom Consultant Assc(SG-006)

($72,380 – $90,475)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study or
• Associate’s degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience or
• HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:

No additional experience, other than what is listed above, is required.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License is Required.

Telecom Consultant (SG-007)

($85,081 – $106,354)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study or
• Associate’s degree in field mentioned above with 2 years of relevant work experience or
• HS diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:2 years of relevant work experience in addition to any experience mentioned above.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License is Required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess entry to basic level knowledge of communications technologies and inter-networking principles.
• Demonstrate competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle basic assignments. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)
• Exhibit fundamental understanding for pertinent telecom equipment, materials, systems and business processes.
• Use initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a team player Relates to people in an open, friendly and sincere manner Use initiative in looking for opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical skills.
• Develop decision making skills under guidance of higher level employees.
• Core Competencies: Continuous improvement, team player, assume positive intent, safety first focus, continuous learning, professionalism.
• Occasional travel required.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$72,380.00-90,474.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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