Telecommunications Specialist II Mobile Field Technician

Telecommunications Specialist II - Mobile Field Technician

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $30.57 - $48.48 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Liz Vander Linden
Application Deadline October 4 2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

The State of Utah Division of Technology Services is looking for a motivated self-starter Mobile Field Technician who wants to have a great career providing technical support and development in data communication systems. The Mobile Field Technician will be dispatched all over the state as needed. Incumbents will assist with installing network and telecommunications equipment including audio-visual equipment VOIP POTS radio bridges WiFi access points low-voltage cabling UPS power systems switches security cameras and routers.

This position requires travel and overnight stays throughout the State of Utah with the Taylorsville State Office Building (TSOB) 4315 S 2700 W Taylorsville UT serving as the primary hub for administrative and logistical support. Technicians are expected to report to the TSOB for all mandatory meetings administrative work and logistical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

This list contains tasks typically associated with Mobile Field Technician roles and responsibilities; it is not all-inclusive and may vary based on agency needs.

• Install maintain troubleshoot structured cabling and associated telecommunications infrastructure including racks and power systems (PDUs and UPSs).
• Pull install trace and label category cabling and fiber optic pathways across various environments and stations.
• Install and troubleshoot VoIP phones on-premise analog solutions and data communication circuits in coordination with carriers.
• Deploy radio and wireless equipment on ceilings and building exteriors
• Recommend and install complex audio-visual conferencing and sound systems.
• Partner with networking and IT teams to install and resolve issues with data communications equipment
• Manage a revolving inventory of 30200 items including regular pickups and coordination at TSOB.
• Maintain detailed accurate logs and records pertaining to all installations maintenance troubleshooting efforts and repair activities. Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Resolve customer trouble tickets on the first call and offer high-level support through on-site visits.
• Travel daily throughout the State of Utah including occasional overnight stays and after-hours or flexible scheduling.
• Attend mandatory in-person meetings and administrative work at the Taylorsville State Office Building (TSOB).
• The position requires flexibility in scheduling including early morning late night and weekend hours that may be needed outside of regular duty hours. Furthermore the role requires participating in an on-call rotation to address mission critical outages that occur outside of standard duty hours.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of wiring types fiber optics network topologies and POTS including their respective color codes.
• Ability to read interpret and apply technical documentation schematics and instructional manuals.
• Skilled in conveying information clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to perform recurring physical exertion including standing crouching stretching and lifting items up to 51lbs.
• Proficient in the safe utilization of ladders (up to 24) scaffolding scissor lifts and bucket trucks often with arms extended above shoulder height.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather conditions and across rough terrain during outages or installations.
• Highly developed organizational analytical and communication skills with the capacity for effective multitasking.
• Proven self-starter capable of independently identifying requirements and follow complex instructions.

The following certifications and experiences are considered a plus but are not required for initial consideration:

• Vendor or agnostic networking certifications.
• ISP/OSP fiber systems Fiber Splicing IDF/MDF buildout.
• Knowledge of BICSI TIA/EIA standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with Ubiquiti radio design and support or Wireless Network Certification (CWNP).
• Proficiency with Ekahau Wi-Fi design survey and troubleshooting tools.
• Professional A/V design experience or related industry certifications.
• FCC radio tower certifications
• Active Scissor Lift Training or Certification.

About the Role

Location
4315 S 2700 W
Taylorsville Utah 84129
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required Yes
Schedule Code AT - Executive/Professional Employees of Technology Services

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
Division of Technology Services (DTS): The States environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting processing and distributing millions of data elements daily. Learn more about DTS.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Supplemental Information

Possession of a valid Utah drivers license and the ability to operate a vehicle for long-distance travel in accordance with State Driver Eligibility standards. Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: Experience:

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