Field Service Technician Redondo Beach, CA

Stone Security, LLC; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k matching

Use of Company Vehicle

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

BearCom is hiring a Field Service Technician I to install and support wireless communications systems. You will be on-site at client locations, delivering high-quality service and imaginative solutions to meet complex needs.

The role emphasizes basic programming, fault-finding, and hands-on troubleshooting, with travel and on-call requirements. Extensive on-the-job training and certification assistance are provided.

Qualifications

• For 3+ years, diagnose, repair, program and install Motorola/Kenwood/ICOM/Vertex gear in radio/communications.
• Familiar with RF theory and system concepts across frequency bands.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and diagrams.
• Experience with test equipment and DAS/BDA systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install and support wireless communications systems and equipment.
• Create basic programming codeplugs with limited channels.
• Troubleshoot and repair radios, power supplies, antennas, and related gear.
• Travel regionally and occasional overnight stays may be required.

Skills

Two-way radio theory

RF propagation

Schematic reading

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Multi-meters

TDRs

FDRs

Job description

Overview

Salary Range

$22.71 - $29.73 Hourly

Description

About BearCom:

• Largest Distributor of Wireless Voice, Data, and Video Solutions in North America
• Partnerships with Motorola, JVC Kenwood, Avigilon, +More
• 75+ Branches Across North America

Job Description:

As a Field Service Technician I with BearCom, you will be involved in the installation and support of wireless communications systems.

Our Technicians are the heart of every service location, and we rely on their expertise in the delivery of the best service and solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service and possess the technical ability to create imaginative solutions that meet and exceed the most challenging customer needs.

• Create Basic Programming Codeplugs (less than 12 channels)
• Troubleshoot and Repair Defective Two-Way Radios and Other Wireless Equipment (Radio, Power Supply, Antenna, Etc.)
• Some Regional and/or Overnight Travel and On-Call Hours May Be Required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic Electronics Background (12V and/or Low-Voltage System)
• RF/Telecommunications/Networking Experience a Plus
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Must Have Valid Driver’s License
• Drug Screenings, Motor Vehicle Record, and Background Checks Part of the Hiring Process

BearCom wants to elevate your professional growth! We place high value in investing in the development of our team members and advancing your technical capabilities. BearCom can provide extensive on-the-job training, and covers all fees associated with most professional certifications.

You’ll also receive:

• Highly Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life, Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Matching 401k Plan
• Use of Company VehicleEmployee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement

BearCom is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other disability protected by law. All employment is decided based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Service Technician experience in diagnosing, repairing, programming, and installing Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Vertex equipment in the 2-way radio wireless and /or communication field.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of 2-way radio theory, RF propagation characteristics at various frequency bands and communications systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Knowledge of battery backup systems, base stations, repeaters, multicouplers, and duplexers, TCP/IP principles and NIC programming.
• Proficiency in operating various test equipment including but not limited to, spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs, FDRs, and multi-meters.
• Proficiency in designing, troubleshooting, and installing Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Bidirectional Amplifier (BDA) systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• CET Certification a plus. Journeyman level must be attained within 6 months of employment.
• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent.
• R56 Certified Installer.
• Motorola Astro 4x-7x training providing support for various system operations.
• Certification in various MotoTRBO products and systems (Connect+, Capacity+, Linked Capacity+, IP Site Connect, Capacity Max etc.).
• Knowledge of audio, RF, digital, and microprocessor electronic circuits found in communications equipment at the component level.
• Security Clearance preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Drug screenings and background checks are part of the hiring process which may also include a Motor Vehicle Record check.

BearCom is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other disability protected by law. All employment is decided based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.

BearCom wants to elevate your professional growth! We place high value in investing in the development of our team members and advancing your technical capabilities. BearCom can provide extensive on-the-job training, and covers all fees associated with most professional certifications.

You’ll also receive:

Highly Competitive Compensation Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-Paid Life, Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off Matching 401k Plan Use of Company Vehicle Employee Referral Bonus Tuition Reimbursement