Electronics Technician

DataDrill Communications Inc; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

DataDrill Communications Inc. is seeking an Electronics Technician – RF Solutions to analyze RF paths across two-way radio, cellular, and microwave technologies, and to program/test radios and repeater systems.

You will contribute to product testing, offer after-hours technical support, and assist in client services and sales. Ideal candidates will have an Electronics Technician Diploma and 1–5 years of hands-on experience, with familiarity in spectrum analysis, DVM, and oscilloscopes.

Qualifications

• Electronics Technician Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–5 years of work experience in electronics/ RF environments.

Responsibilities

• RF path analysis across two-way radio, cellular, and microwave technologies.
• Programming/testing of two-way radios and repeater systems, including filter tuning.
• Research/testing of new product and service offerings.
• On-call after-hours support for DataDrill Field Staff.
• Support to clients and assist in selling products/services.
• Troubleshooting and repair of two-way radio and cellular repeater equipment.
• Distance-to-fault testing of coax cables.
• Occasional field visits to client locations (may include work at heights).
• Build/test/troubleshoot DataDrill proprietary equipment/kits.
• Maintenance/cleaning of rental equipment.
• Documentation for products, processes, and client jobs.
• Inventory management within the department including preventative maintenance.

Skills

Cellular repeaters

Two-way radios

IP-based systems

Microwave radio

Fiber DAS

Test equipment

Troubleshooting

PCB layout

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Safety tickets

Education

Electronics Technician Diploma

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

DVM

Oscilloscope

Job description

DataDrill Communications Inc. is a dynamic company creating custom communication solutions for any geographic location servicing various O&G and Mining clients in all of their respective sectors (Drilling, Completions, Production and Construction). DataDrill takes pride in their ability to get the job done safely with high customer satisfaction.

DataDrill is currently seeking a Electronics Technician – RF Solutions

Ideal Candidate will possess the following skills:

• 1) Strong understanding of Cellular repeater systems, including antenna propagation


• 2) Working knowledge of two-way radios and repeater systems (including IP based systems)


• 3) Basic working knowledge of microwave radio products


• 4) Basic working knowledge of Fiber Based Cellular DAS systems


• 5) Competent with the use of various testing equipment (Spectrum Analyzers, DVM, Oscilloscope)


• 6) Ability to problem solve and trouble shoot


• 7) Small circuit design and PCB layout experience an asset


• 8) Ability to perform work in a safe and efficient manner


• 9) Strong organizational skills


• 10) Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills


• 12) Safety tickets (H2S, 1 st Aid, Fall arrest) an asset.

Ideal Candidate will have the following Education and work experience:

• 1) Electronics Technician Diploma or equivalent education/experience is preferred


• 2) Work Experience 1 – 5 years

Job Description:

• - RF Path analysis in the various two-way radio, cellular, and microwave technologies


• - Programming/testing of two-way radios and repeater systems, including tuning of filters


• - Research/testing of new product and service offerings


• - Afterhours On call availability to provide product technical support to DataDrill Field Support Staff


• - Provide Support to clients, and assist in the sale of products/services


• - Trouble shooting and repairing of two-way radio and cell repeater equipment.


• - Distance to fault testing of coax cables


• - Occasional Field visits (which may include working at heights) to repair/install/remove equipment at client locations.


• - Building/Testing/Troubleshooting of DataDrill proprietary equipment/kits.


• - Maintenance/cleaning of rental equipment.


• - Documentation for products, processes, client jobs.


• - Assist in inventory management within the department including preventative maintenance

Successful candidates with the previously mentioned skills will be provided with the necessary training and all knowledge he/she will need to succeed in this role.

We thank all the applicants for their interest, but only those deemed suitable for the position will be contacted.

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