Field Service Technician Redondo Beach, CA

BearCom; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 31,285 - 40,956; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401k Matching

Use of Company Vehicle

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

BearCom in Redondo Beach, CA is seeking an experienced Service Technician to diagnose, repair, program, and install Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, and Vertex equipment for two-way radio systems.

The role involves basic programming codeplugs, mobile installations, troubleshooting, and potential regional travel and on-call hours. On-the-job training is provided and advancement opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Service Technician experience diagnosing, repairing, programming and installing Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Vertex equipment in the 2-way radio field.
• Deep knowledge of 2-way radio theory and RF propagation across frequency bands.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and diagrams.
• Experience with battery backup, base stations, repeaters, DAS/BDA systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office; valid driver's license.
• Certification credentials such as CET, R56 are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create Basic Programming Codeplugs (less than 12 channels).
• Perform Basic Mobile Installations (radio, antenna, modem, DC-DC converters).
• Troubleshoot and repair defective two-way radios and related equipment.
• Possibility of regional/overnight travel and on-call hours.

Skills

2-way radio tech

Troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Test equipment

MS Office

Driver’s license

Security clearance (preferred)

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

R56 Certified Installer

CET Certification

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Watt meter

Multi-meter

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Redondo Beach CA - Redondo Beach, CA 90278Salary Range: $22.71 - $29.73 Hourly

BearCom employs a wide range of installation and technical team members and will provide extensive on-the-job training.

About BearCom:

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

Job Description:

• Create Basic Programming Codeplugs (less than 12 channels)
• Basic Mobile Installations (Radio, Antenna, Modem, DC-DC Converters)
• 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

Benefits:

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

KEYWORDS: Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Avigilon, Two-Way Radio, Two Way Radio, 2-Way Radio, GPS, VOIP, WI-FI, BDA/DAS, RF, UHF, VHF, MOTOTRBO, LMR, OSHA 10, FCC GROL, L3Harris, CET, Network+, Security+, P2P, P2MP, PtMP, P25, Astro2

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 Astro 25 products (Quantar, GTR8000, MCC5500/7500, etc..)
• 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.

Benefits:

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