Telecommunications Specialist

Job Title: Telecommunications Specialist

Intermediate Level | On-Site | Travel Required

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to perform professional-level duties in providing new telephone services, modifying existing services, and relocating systems. This role requires strong technical expertise, vendor coordination, and the ability to evaluate and improve telecommunications infrastructure for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess organizational telephone requirements, including number of stations, traffic projections, and feature needs (e.g., call forwarding, paging, intercom).
• Evaluate efficiency and cost-effectiveness of current telephone systems.
• Act as liaison between the organization and vendors to determine requirements and ensure service delivery.
• Assist with preparing proposals, evaluating bids, and making recommendations.
• Negotiate with vendors regarding products and services.
• Coordinate vendor and internal work to ensure projects are completed on schedule and according to specifications.
• Maintain ongoing communication with stakeholders to ensure services meet operational needs and deficiencies are corrected.
• Provide expert analysis for configuration, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
• Train technicians and staff on system use and best practices.
• Attend industry seminars and training sessions to stay current with telecommunications developments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field.
• Associate degree with related experience may substitute for bachelor's degree (1:1).
• High school diploma with 5 years of related experience may also qualify.
  
  

Special Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
  
  

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based work environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Travel required.
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Telecommunications systems (analog and digital).
• Wireless and phone system support.
• Equipment engineering and configuration.
• Project management and vendor coordination.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting both legacy and modern phone systems.
• Ability to evaluate requirements and recommend improvements.
• Hands-on experience with configuration, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Frankfort, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Frankfort,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 1, 2025.

>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.