Chimes

Telecommunications Engineering Specialist

United States full-time Mid $30 - $46
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Salary listed Curated
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About the role

Chimes | Telecommunications Engineering Specialist | Remote Position
We're looking for a Telecommunications Engineering Specialist to plan, document, support, and improve voice, data, and related communications systems supporting Chimes.
Location: This role is remote within the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Chimes does not provide visa sponsorship.
Individuals participating in the AbilityOne Program are encouraged to apply. AbilityOne participation is not required.
Chimes will ensure individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
What you'll do

Evaluate customer requirements and recommend voice, data, network, and communications solutions; develop technical specifications, standards, and procedures.

Diagnose telecommunications, network, device, and service issues and coordinate timely corrective action; monitor system performance and prepare status, incident, and maintenance reports.

Prepare and maintain system diagrams, facility layouts, cable plans, configurations, inventories, and service logs.

Coordinate installation, activation, testing, maintenance, and acceptance with users, facilities staff, vendors, and technical teams; inspect sites for space, power, grounding, cooling, cabling, and security requirements; and oversee assigned maintenance personnel and vendor work.

Support renovations, relocations, upgrades, and disaster-recovery planning; estimate costs, research products and vendors, and support procurement and equipment deployment records.

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.

Relevant telecommunications, networking, cabling, or vendor certifications preferred.

Equivalent combinations of related education, training, and experience may be considered.

Three (3) or more years supporting telecommunications engineering, installation, maintenance, or operations.

Experience developing or interpreting system diagrams, facility requirements, technical specifications, and installation documentation.

Experience coordinating telecommunications work with users, vendors, facilities personnel, and technical teams.

Experience in government, regulated, or security-conscious environments preferred.

Degrees and certifications in computer science, data science, or related fields are preferred, but equivalent education and experience are welcome.
Compensation:
This is a remote position open to candidates in the United States. Base salary is determined by the candidate’s work location, along with skills, experience, and internal equity. The ranges below reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for each geographic tier:

Tier 1 (Washington, DC, Los Angeles, CA, and Northern Virginia): $45.62 - $39.03 per hour

Tier 2 (New Castle, DE): $34.83 - $36.20 per hour

Tier 3 (Orlando, FL, Baltimore, MD, and Dallas, TX): $29.53 - $31.82 per hour

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Medical plan starting at $13.80/mo. The $6.90 is per pay period for the Minimum Value Health Plan.

Employer-paid Life Insurance + AD&D

Employer-provided Long-Term Disability coverage for financial protection

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

10 paid holidays + generous PTO

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Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs

Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Ready to Make Your Impact?
✨ Join a team where your work truly matters—every single day.
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Technology & IT Remote Collaboration Telecommunications Engineering Specialist Technology Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Telecommunications Engineering Specialist role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Chimes?
  3. Which of Remote Collaboration, Telecommunications and Engineering have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Remote Collaboration, Telecommunications and Engineering.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Telecommunications Engineering Specialist role because I can bring practical experience in Remote Collaboration, Telecommunications and Engineering, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Chimes needs from this hire.

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