Communications Tech 1st 2yrs

Description

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on dispatch consoles.
• Troubleshooting and repair of portable and mobile radios

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license.
• Capable of performing duties while operating a motor vehicle.
• Must possess or obtain within thirty (30) working days after selection a valid First Aid/CPR card.
• Knowledge of P25 trunking, DMR, and analog protocols and TAIT radio hard/software
• Basic understanding of network drawings and network components
• Must demonstrate competence in analyzing and repairing such equipment including, but not limited to; microwave, fiber optics, radio, telephone, SCADA and miscellaneous communications or electronic devices.
• May require the employee to obtain and maintain a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL B) with air and other necessary endorsements. Training will be provided to obtain this license.
• FCC License or ability to pass the test in 3 months.
• Experience with Zetron Console equipment programming, configuration, trouble shooting
• Knowledge of RF cables, types of coax, types of connectors, the ability to put connectors on coax cables, and make and test coax cables
• Must have two years recent experience installing and maintaining communications and electronic equipment as used by the utility industry.
• Hands-on expertise in diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and programming Two-way radios, transmitters, and receivers.
• Able to trouble shoot and install radios and antennas and terminate feedlines.
• Strong knowledge of RF theory and principles, interference, drive testing software, RF planning
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have a working knowledge and comply with all Company standards, policies, practices and procedures and State and Federal safety regulations as they pertain to the job.
• 5 years of experience in Digital Mobile two-way radio systems.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with Company employees, customers and other personnel.
• Ability to work independently, learn new radio and/or computer hardware and software skills quickly through independent study, formal training, and/or on-the-job training
• Basic knowledge of network test equipment
• Must be able to calculate electrical quantities, able to read and sketch electrical and electronic circuit diagrams and be able to use shop tools and instruments used in communications and electronic work in a safe manner.
• Proficiency using typical radio test equipment (service monitor, wattmeter, spectrum analyzers, sweep gear, etc.)
• Good understanding of antennas, waveguide, coax, grounding, mounting and towers
• Experience in /template/profile development and radio programming, using software for portable and mobile radios from various manufacturers
• Must possess a FCC General Class Radio Operator license.
• Experience with network equipment, IP addresses and network servicing equipment.
• Familiar with Service monitors and basic equipment analyzing.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance