Communication Equipment Specialist

Communications Equipment Specialists respond to emergencies during normal workdays and off-hours, make decisions, and take necessary actions to restore equipment and systems back to service. CES's review electrical & electronic drawings (blueprints), specifications, and prepare shop drawings as needed. CES's assist supervisors plan projects and prepare estimates including but not limited to, time, materials, and equipment necessary for work.

Communications Equipment Specialists report to central locations either in New Jersey or New York (NYC - JFK, LGA, or World Trade Center), and then are dispatched to perform work at various Port Authority facilities throughout the New York City/New Jersey region. Shift work maybe required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must be present the following qualifications to be considered:

High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution

Must possess General Radiotelephone Operator's License issued by the FCC

(Applicants without this license will be required to obtain it within six months of

employment)

At least three years paid work experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety electronic systems. Skilled in the use of radio frequency and fiber optic test equipment

Valid Driver's License

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with

the Air Brakes endorsement or higher. Applicants without a Class B CDL must obtain a

Class B CDL Permit with endorsement before their first day of work, and will be required to

obtain a Class B CDL with endorsement within six months of employment

Applicants should refer to the following websites for further information on obtaining a CDL and medical clearance for CDL Licensing:

http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Commercial/CommercialDriver.htm OR http://www.nydmv.state.ny.us/cdl.htm

Desired Qualifications:
Basic knowledge of P25 Radio system administration, operation, testing, and troubleshooting.

Extensive knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the

testing, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of electronic communication equipment and

systems

Working knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations

Demonstrated familiarity with current equipment, components, and techniques used in the

land mobile radio industry

Previous experience in one or more of the following industries/professions: Telecom, Cellular, Audio/Visual, Radio & Television Broadcasting, Avionics, and Military

* Awareness of safety precautions involving electromagnetic radiation exposure

Selection Process:

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a written test designed to measure a candidate's knowledge in areas such as:

• General Electrical & Electronic Systems
• Fiber Optics Systems
• Microwave Systems

• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
• Radio Communications Theory

Successful written-test candidates will be invited to participate in a hands-on practical exam. The practical exam will measure the candidate's knowledge, skill, and ability to work with tools, equipment, and materials used in communications system's maintenance and repair, demonstrating professional trade practices required for this job title. Candidates will be evaluated for their ability to work at various heights.

The practical exam will also include the following:

• Trouble shooting and connecting security TV network equipment (CCTV)
• Reading and analyzing a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Radio Communications blueprint and perform calculations
• Configuration and troubleshooting a networking system. Program and map network drives on a windows-based machine
• Show proficiency with test equipment and determine radio transmission characteristics

Selected candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background check and public safety background check and will be asked to provide copies of the required licenses for verification.

Compensation & Benefits:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers an outstanding benefits package

and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

The starting salary for the Communication Equipment Specialist position is: $38.56. This salary is subject to the collective bargaining agreement for this position.

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How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

About The Port Authority:

Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency's network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than twenty three billion in annual wages and eighty billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16-acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776-foot-tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Client-provided location(s): Jersey City, NJ

Job ID: Port_Authority-16626224

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-19T23:47:05