RF Mobility Technician

Henkels & McCoy, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD

401K

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. in Washington, DC, is seeking an RF Installer/Technician to lead on-site installations for RF antennas, cabling, and related hardware.

You will perform testing, calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability while coordinating with project teams. Requirements include 2+ years of RF installation or field service experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to obtain DHS EOD clearance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of RF installation or field service experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics training preferred.
• Experience with RF test/measurement tools.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Own tools and willingness to work at a DC-area site.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain DHS EOD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install RF antennas, transmitters, receivers, cabling, and hardware.
• Perform RF system testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and validation.
• Install grounding, surge protection, and weatherproofing components.
• Operate RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and SWR meters.
• Provide technical support to customers or internal stakeholders during and after installation.
• Identify installation issues and recommend technical solutions to improve reliability and performance.

Skills

RF installation

Electrical/test equipment handling

Manual dexterity

Strong communication

Safety compliance

Flexibility with hours

Education

High school diploma

Electronics/telecom training

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

SWR meters

RF test equipment

4.3 & N-type connectors

Job description

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M’s) Chantilly office specializes in low voltage cabling to support enterprise, data centers, government, and medical facilities. We design and install multiple technologies and work throughout the DC Metro area. H&M is seeking several energetic, career-minded individuals to join our team working at a customer site in Washington, DC.

While working under the direction of the Team Lead, the RF Installer/Technician provides leadership and training to installers and junior technicians. Must rely upon experience and good judgment to plan and accomplish daily and weekly milestones.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and secure RF antennas, transmitters, receivers, cabling, and associated hardware
• Perform RF system testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and validation to ensure optimal performance
• Install grounding, surge protection, and weatherproofing components in alignment with safety codes
• Operate RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and SWR meters
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FCC regulations, and company safety standards
• Provide technical support to customers or internal stakeholders during and after installation
• Identify installation issues and recommend technical solutions to improve reliability and performance

Hourly Rate $28.59 - $37.06 Depending Upon Experience.

Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Time Off, Holidays

Henkels & McCoy is a Union Employer.

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training in electronics or telecommunications preferred
• Experience with RF system installation, telecommunications, or field service work
• Ability to operate RF test and measurement tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools and power tools
• Experience installing wireless communications, satellite, 2-way radio, cellular, or broadband systems
• Knowledge of cabling standards (fiber, coax, Cat5/6), grounding systems, and RF safety protocols
• Experience with 4.3 and N type compression connectors
• Flexibility with work hours; while this is a 40-hour-per-week position, some early deliveries may be required. General work hours are approximately 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Ability to obtain and maintain campus access and/or DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) clearance
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain professionalism with on-site teams and Project Managers
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Must be able to climb ladders and perform the necessary work while on the ladder
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and carry 25 lbs.
• Must have own tools
• No relocation provided, local candidates only.