Field Telecommunications Technician III
Midland, TX
Contracted
Mid Level
This role will be primarily responsible for the following:
• This individual will work closely with the operations, automation, security, and information technology groups to understand the
communication needs of the field assets.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and established standards.
• Adhere and actively participate in Apache’s environmental, health and safety programs and culture.
• Ensure safe practices coordinating installations of towers with contractors, including line locates through the 811 system.
• Supervise all direct report contractor activities to ensure safe work practices and the most efficient use of materials and labor.
• Must be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Use of basic knowledge of oil and gas production operations and reservoir management.
• Work with multiple departments in the development and maintenance of standardized installation and documentation in accordance to
Apache policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory of communication hardware and forecast ordering needs.
• Use extensive knowledge of DC current electronics with a basic knowledge of AC current electrical systems.
• This individual shall be familiar with areal topographic analysis in support of line-of-sight (LOS) path study and assessment, as well as the
technologies required to develop point-to-point and point-to-multipoint solutions for wireless field communications for both licensed
and unlicensed frequencies.
• Responsible for monitoring Apache’s network infrastructure and promptly analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve network outages
and network related issues. Also, to provide timely situational reports for affected groups.
• Ensure integrity of physical communication assets across the field, i.e. radio masts, remote site towers, backhaul towers, and all associated
antenna gear/cabling;
• Provide communication training and support to Automation, Measurement and Well Technicians.
• Maintain proper firmware in all field communication devices.
• Knowledge of FAA filings, clearance requirements, obstruction lighting and lighting standards. Knowledge of FCC rules, regulations and
filings, structure registration, and ASSE/TIA standards.
• Knowledge of 2-way radio systems, serial radio systems, microwave, and wireless system design, RF coverage analysis and microwave
path design and tower site acquisition.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Experience and understanding of networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, wireless, networking, routing and switching).
• Determine most cost-efficient use of radio communication equipment and/or systems for production applications.
• Actively researching innovative solutions and new communication technology.
• Review, evaluate and process all related invoices correctly and in a timely manner.
• Accountable for remaining within budgeted project costs and overall reconciliation.
Professional Qualifications & Experience:
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years related industry experience.
This role will be primarily responsible for the following:
• This individual will work closely with the operations, automation, security, and information technology groups to understand the
communication needs of the field assets.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and established standards.
• Adhere and actively participate in Apache’s environmental, health and safety programs and culture.
• Ensure safe practices coordinating installations of towers with contractors, including line locates through the 811 system.
• Supervise all direct report contractor activities to ensure safe work practices and the most efficient use of materials and labor.
• Must be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Use of basic knowledge of oil and gas production operations and reservoir management.
• Work with multiple departments in the development and maintenance of standardized installation and documentation in accordance to
Apache policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and inventory of communication hardware and forecast ordering needs.
• Use extensive knowledge of DC current electronics with a basic knowledge of AC current electrical systems.
• This individual shall be familiar with areal topographic analysis in support of line-of-sight (LOS) path study and assessment, as well as the
technologies required to develop point-to-point and point-to-multipoint solutions for wireless field communications for both licensed
and unlicensed frequencies.
• Responsible for monitoring Apache’s network infrastructure and promptly analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve network outages
and network related issues. Also, to provide timely situational reports for affected groups.
• Ensure integrity of physical communication assets across the field, i.e. radio masts, remote site towers, backhaul towers, and all associated
antenna gear/cabling;
• Provide communication training and support to Automation, Measurement and Well Technicians.
• Maintain proper firmware in all field communication devices.
• Knowledge of FAA filings, clearance requirements, obstruction lighting and lighting standards. Knowledge of FCC rules, regulations and
filings, structure registration, and ASSE/TIA standards.
• Knowledge of 2-way radio systems, serial radio systems, microwave, and wireless system design, RF coverage analysis and microwave
path design and tower site acquisition.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Experience and understanding of networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, wireless, networking, routing and switching).
• Determine most cost-efficient use of radio communication equipment and/or systems for production applications.
• Actively researching innovative solutions and new communication technology.
• Review, evaluate and process all related invoices correctly and in a timely manner.
• Accountable for remaining within budgeted project costs and overall reconciliation.
Professional Qualifications & Experience:
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent required (Associate’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years related industry experience.
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