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MasTec Inc

Microwave Radio Technician I

Corona, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory * You accept and provide constructive feedback * You have flexibility with ever-changing ...

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Microwave Radio Technician II

MasTec Communications Group

Corona, CA • On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 155 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Overview
At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Radio Technician II, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!
Responsibilities
As a Radio Technician II, you are responsible for staying current in technical theory, application, and operational discipline. Takes on technical and project-related efforts, providing communication as directed. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
  • Support key projects, providing day-to-day updates to Senior Technicians and managers as directed
  • Collaborate with team members, actively participating in discussions toward achieving results
  • Support the team by contributing 100% as an individual, while prioritizing team success
  • Heavily scrutinize actions to ensure the customer experience is protected to the greatest extent feasible
  • Quickly adapt to change, seeking to understand the whole picture to best adapt
  • Possess a solid understanding of theory and application related to RAN
  • Openly share ideas to help gain efficiency, solve problems, or add value to the business
  • Demonstrate a continuous desire to learn and develop personally and professionally
  • Have a solid understanding of theory and advanced understanding of applications related to transport

Qualifications
About You:
  • Safety is a part of your day-to-day
  • You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
  • You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
  • You are looking for long-term projects
  • You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
  • You have a minimum of 3+ years of wireless telecommunications or other related experience
  • You have a two-year vocational degree in a technical discipline, or a Military equivalent is preferred
  • You must be able to read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and SOW
  • You have solid communication skills: verbal, written, and presentation
  • Possess Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency
  • You have operational knowledge and theory of all interconnecting circuits, including but not limited to T1, T3, and microwave radio
  • You must possess a valid driver's license and comply with the company's motor vehicle policy
  • You understand basic RF Engineering, Radio Frequency theory, and Electricity and Electronics Theory
  • You accept and provide constructive feedback
  • You have flexibility with ever-changing environments and priorities
  • You can solve problems using creativity and innovation
  • You are self-motivated; you exhibit initiative in achieving company goals and objectives
  • You have basic leadership skills and the ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks
  • You are able to work independently or in a team environment
  • You have a strong attention to detail

Compensation of $25-$28 per hour, depending on the experience.
Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort:
Financial Security
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability
  • Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Family and medical leave
  • Paid sick time

Employee Referral Program
Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!
We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let's talk. Build your career with MasTec!
MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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