Field System Installer

Thisiscny

Village of East Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 104,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tools provided

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Work Vehicle

Job summary

UNITED RADIO is seeking skilled Technicians to join our team for field system installations and maintenance of electronic and communications equipment in buildings and at radio tower sites. The role emphasizes high-quality workmanship and safety in a fast-paced environment.

As a Field System Installer, you will perform customer installations, diagnose issues, and support commissioning of communications and low voltage systems while traveling regionally as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or equivalent military experience.
3 years’ electronic / mechanical / construction experience.
Project Lead with 3-5 years’ experience the installation of Communications and Technical Electronics and IT infrastructure equipment.
Certified ETA Communications Site Installer (R56) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Understand installation plans by reading drawings and schematics to determine where to install components.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with wiring or parts and recommend replacements.
Participate in commissioning and testing of installation projects.
Install data cabling and mounting infrastructure in facilities and towers.
Build out closets with racking equipment and cable management.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Field Installation

Diagnostic Testing

Data Cabling

DAS Installation

OSHA 10 Certified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

CAT 5/6 Cabling

Coaxial Cabling

Fiber Cabling

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Radio is a 100+ year old company that is expanding its services and footprint throughout CNY and are seeking skilled Technicians to join our growing team.

If you have a passion for 2 Way radio, communication equipment, RF signal assessment and building signal quality and installation of antennas etc while delivering high-quality work, we want you on our team! If you are searching for a company that is focused on employee satisfaction, growth and stress-free environment, look no further!

Description of Talent: $30-$50 /hr (based on skill set)

As a Field System Installer you will be responsible for customer installations and maintenance of electronic and communications equipment in buildings, radio communications tower sites, and critical use vehicles

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Understand installation plans for communications and electrical systems by reading drawings, schematics, blueprints, and other visual aids to determine where and how to install each component of the system.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems by running diagnostic tests to determine whether there is an issue with the wiring or a part, or needs replacement.
Participate and be part of the commissioning and testing team for installation projects.
Physical installation of data cabling and associated mounting Infrastructure
Build out closets to include racking equipment or installing ladder racks, ladder trays or J-Hooks for running cable.
Maintain and update customer information, repair logs, inventory, parts and material and similar records by using basic computer skills.
Support commissioning of communications and low voltage systems
Perform site walks to determine installation requirements to leverage in customer proposals
Recommend appropriate equipment and hardware that meets customer requirements
Data cabling (CAT 5/6, Coaxial, Fiber, Support Devices, etc.)
Proficient in distributed antenna system (DAS) installation
Installation and/or repair experience in either two-way radio, CCTV, security alarms, RF signal distribution, broadband, and low voltage systems

We prefer:

Education and/or experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent military experience.
3 years’ electronic / mechanical / construction experience.
Project Lead with 3-5 years’ experience the installation of Communications and Technical Electronics and IT infrastructure equipment

Required Skills/Abilities

Provide Professional Technical and Safety Training to the installation team
Certified ETA Communications Site Installer (R56)
Expert use of hand and power tools
Advanced use of computer applications and with basic IT Infrastructure setup
Follow best practices appropriate to the work environment and customer needs
OSHA 10 hour certified
Some Regional and/or Overnight Travel and On-Call Hours May Be Required. Per Diem Provided When Traveling
Ability to understand basic wiring diagrams and basic DC circuit theory preferred.
Experience installing cable, related support devices, and terminating coaxial cable preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Basic understanding of mathematical concepts.
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability and desire to learn new skills.