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Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.

Tasks
26 tasks21 core, 5 supplemental
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Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
Code
15-1241.01SOC 2018: 15-1241

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21 core tasks and 5 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.Core taskTask 16080Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  2. Task 2. Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.Core taskTask 16073Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  3. Task 3. 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.Core taskTask 16058Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  4. Task 4. Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.Core taskTask 16063Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  5. Task 5. Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.Core taskTask 16082Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  6. Task 6. Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.Core taskTask 16060Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  7. Task 7. Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.Core taskTask 16081Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  8. Task 8. Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.Core taskTask 16072Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  9. Task 9. Document procedures for hardware and software installation and use.Core taskTask 16078Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  10. Task 10. Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.Core taskTask 16083Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  11. Task 11. Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.Core taskTask 20366Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  12. Task 12. Implement or perform preventive maintenance, backup, or recovery procedures.Core taskTask 16074Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  13. Task 13. Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.Core taskTask 16066Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  14. Task 14. Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.Core taskTask 16077Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2020
  15. Task 15. Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.Core taskTask 16064Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  16. Task 16. Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.Core taskTask 16076Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  17. Task 17. Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.Core taskTask 16059Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  18. Task 18. Order or maintain inventory of telecommunications equipment for customer premises equipment (CPE), facilities, access networks, or backbone networks.Core taskTask 20365Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  19. Task 19. Work with personnel and facilities management staff to install, remove, or relocate user connectivity equipment and devices.Core taskTask 16079Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  20. Task 20. Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.Core taskTask 16067Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  21. Task 21. Prepare system activity and performance reports.Core taskTask 16065Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  22. Task 22. Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.Supplemental taskTask 16075Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  23. Task 23. Manage user access to systems and equipment through account management and password administration.Supplemental taskTask 16070Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  24. Task 24. Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.Supplemental taskTask 16061Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  25. Task 25. Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.Supplemental taskTask 16069Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020
  26. Task 26. Supervise maintenance of telecommunications equipment.Supplemental taskTask 16062Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2020

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