SR. RADIO TECHNICIAN

Day Wireless Systems • Medford, OR

13d • $40 - $45

About The Position

Performs system troubleshooting and system design for radio and wireless communications systems by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• Requires thorough knowledge of wireless communications systems, electronic and RF principles, and NetSuite operations.
• Must have the ability to work in complex radio systems with minimal supervision.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot problems with communications systems and use optimizations and basic system design skills.
• Ability to repair and maintain operation of complex radio systems and 911 communications centers.
• Thorough knowledge of infrastructure components including repeaters, mobiles, portables, and miscellaneous signaling equipment.
• Knowledge of industry-standard test equipment.
• Must be able to travel, this may be local, daily travel or overnight travel.
• Five to seven years’ experience in 2-way radio and wireless communication systems theory.
• Able to use computer and program, troubleshoot, perform diagnostics, and repair complex communication systems.
• Experience in diagnostics, repair, maintenance, program wireless communication equipment such as 2-way radios, transmitters, receivers, antennas for customers.
• Experienced with dispatch consoles, paging infrastructure, and trunked radio systems.
• Knowledge of radio repair, mobile installations, DC, AC, and RF Theory as it applies to wireless communications.
• An industry license (FCC, FICA or NARTE).
• A valid driver license and insurability in the state of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or vocational school in electronics and wireless system repair is preferred but not required.
• CET or NABER certification.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts controls and tests systems using specified equipment and runs diagnostic checks.
• Troubleshoots customer concerns and resolve issues with their communications system in the field and in the shop.
• Installs, repairs and maintains equipment as indicated by results of testing and coordinate repairs with customers/vendors to ensure resolution of problem.
• Assists with quotes and bids to determine customer needs.
• Maintains operation of complex radio systems and 911 communications centers.
• Performs system programming following industry practices.
• Completes installation of radio and wireless mobile and base communications systems.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees