RF Field Technician

Peskind Executive Search; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) benefits

Paid earned time off

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

A leading communications equipment provider in Columbia City is seeking an Experienced RF Field Technician. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining radio systems, troubleshooting equipment, and conducting preventative maintenance. Applicants should have 3-5 years of related experience and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive wages and excellent benefits including paid holidays and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in RF or related industry is preferred.
• Must be able to pass background checks and drug screenings.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel overnight when needed.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain radio systems including base stations and repeaters.
• Troubleshoot and repair radio equipment and DC/AC circuits.
• Conduct routine maintenance of radio equipment.
• Assist with project installation and specifications.

Skills

Electrical current knowledge

Radio systems installation

Troubleshooting and repair

Networking knowledge

Knowledge of network protocols

PLC/RTU communications knowledge

Electrical panel construction

Preventative maintenance

Communication skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tool operation

Job description

Our Client is one of the leading communications equipment providers as well as one of the Nation’s largest Kenwood dealers in the United States. Offering a variety of products and services, they specialize in providing equipment and servicing clients from the Public Safety sector, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, Industrial and everything in between.

Our Client is in immediate need of an Experienced RF Field Technician in the Columbia City area.

Responsibilities

• Basic working knowledge of Direct and Alternating electrical current.
• Install and maintain radio systems, including base stations, repeaters, mobile radios, point-to-point, point-to-multipoint radios and microwave radio systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair radio equipment, including diagnosing faults and replacing faulty components.
• Networking and routing knowledge to include LAN, WAN, OSPF and BGP
• Knowledge of layer 2 and layer 3 network protocols to include, Ethernet, ARP, IP, TCP, UDP, SNMP, IGMP, ICMP and DHCP
• Knowledge of PLC/RTU communications protocols
• Diagnose, repair, and install antenna systems and RF filtering systems.
• Construction of electrical panels based on blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Diagnose, repair, and install DC and AC circuits.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and routine inspections of radio equipment.
• Research and evaluate system problems and recommend a solution.
• Work with the sales team to assist in coordinating project installation/deployments.
• Assist with the specifications and design of dispatch and remote communications installations.
• Participate in on-call rotation for afterhours emergency call outs. Current rotation consists of approximately 1 day per week and 1 weekend every 6 weeks. An additional daily incentive when on-call, whether called out or not.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in the industry or similar industry is preferred
• Basic working knowledge of hand tools and power tool operation.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-hire drug screen/physical is a must
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel (overnights) when needed
• Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers and clients daily
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to prioritize and multitask

Our Client offers competitive wages, positive team environment and excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid earned time off, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, other ancillary insurance options and 401(k) benefits.