• In-building Distributed Antenna Systems for radio communications. (Wireless systems).
• Public Safety radio systems.
• Public address systems.
• Closed Circuit Television Systems
• IP Network-based communications equipment. (ROIP, VOIP)
• Fiber Optics, including RF- over- fiber.

CESs respond to emergencies during normal working hours and off-hours, make decisions and take actions necessary to restore equipment and systems to service. CESs estimate the time, materials, and equipment necessary for work and are responsible for assuring that the necessary material and equipment are at the job site when needed. Shift work required.

Communications Equipment Specialists report to a central location in New Jersey or World Trade Center NYC , and then are dispatched to perform work at various Port Authority facilities throughout the New York/New Jersey region.


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 three months of employment).
• Three years of paid work experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electronic systems. Skilled in the use of radiofrequency 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 three 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:
The ideal candidate will present the following qualification profile:

• 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 and mobile radio industry, including vehicular installations.
• Experience with test equipment: Multimeters, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Service Monitors
• Understanding of basic networking: Switches, Routers, DHCP, DNS, Command line programming.
• CCNA, MCSA, COMP TIA + Certifications a plus
• Previous industry experience with T1, SONET, Multiplexing, DSL, FTTP, FTTN, FTTH, VOIP
• Previous experience in one or more of the following industries/professions: Telecom, Cellular, Audio/Visual, Radio & Television Broadcasting, Aeronautics
• Awareness of safety precautions involving electromagnetic radiation exposure

At the Port Authority of NY & NJ, our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive

workplace is unwavering. We recognize that not every candidate may meet every single

desired qualification outlined in the position description. We also welcome applications

from military veterans and their spouses and will review resumes for related experiences. If

you are interested in this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with all

qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.



Selection Process:

Qualified candidates will be assessed via a practical exam or interview.

After a phone interview, successful 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 systems maintenance and repair, demonstrating professional trade practices required for this job title. Candidates will be tested for their ability to work at various heights.

Practical exam:

The practical exam will also include four of the following

• Interconnecting Radio Base Station Equipment and Antenna Network
• Bench Troubleshooting of a Faulty FM Receiver
• Installing Communications Cable Connectors
• Bench Troubleshooting a Regulated Power Supply
• Connecting Security TV Network Equipment

Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a

background check. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.



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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opportunities.

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.