Spectrum Cable Installer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

As an Installation Technician, your primary job is to scope out, program, install, troubleshoot, maintain, remove, and service two-way mobile radios, repeaters, tablets, wireless modems, speakers, lights, sirens, center consoles, antennas, other accessories, and all necessary wiring into customer vehicles. These vehicles include everything from police cruisers, K-9 vehicles, fire trucks, ambulances, public works plow trucks, school buses, tow trucks and an array of other commercial vehicles. You will be responsible for exceeding our customers' expectations and fulfilling our company's needs. Our Installation Techs are directly responsible for keeping our communities' public safety, education, and public works departments communicating. This is a job you can take pride in and know that what you do matters. In this position, you will be issued a company service vehicle, gas card and the equipment you need to be successful. You will be tasked out by our service coordinator and will be dispatched from your home location or our office. We are looking for qualified individuals with installation experience, and those who are looking for a new career opportunity with room to grow in our company.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work business hours M-F 8am to 4:30pm
• Reporting to customer locations all over NY/NJ, dispatched from home location and /or office
• Issued a company service vehicle and gas card

Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand and fully utilize service software as is required to execute your job
• Receive a task and complete job tasks as assigned by the Service Coordinator
• Intelligently plan and install two-way radios and related equipment into different types of vehicles
• Ability to properly diagnose and correct a charge guard/power drain/ no power issue
• Be familiar with center consoles to include the different brands, radio brackets, filler plates, etc.
• Assist a sales rep or service coordinator in scoping out and quoting a vehicle install
• Follow our “Opportunity to Close Out Process” and others as required
• Program portable and mobile radios using correct software and cables
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair/replace antenna lines, power lines, and antennas
• Run RF cabling, power lines, antenna lines and CAT5/6 Cabling as needed
• Cut, splice, and terminate wiring with correct endpoints and hardware as needed
• Understand AC/DC voltage and power systems
• Install power supplies, distribution panels, backup power systems and batteries
• Maintain all company issued tools and equipment and ensure serviceability
• Maintain company issued vehicle and ensure it is serviced at regular intervals
• Understanding of Ohms Law
• Understanding of RF theory and antenna propagation
• Work closely with Service Coordinator to ensure timely completion of work
• Assist Service Coordinator as needed with customer and job information

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of telecommunications experience

Additional consideration for:

• Technical training and certifications (OSHA, R56, Motorola, Kenwood, Harris, etc.)
• Related military experience/MOS training
• Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree
• EVT Certification

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as an active member of a team
• Strong multitasking, time management, and prioritization skills
• Excellent organizational skills and initiative
• Strong foundation and understanding of technology
• Ability to follow a detailed process
• Self-motivated and directed
• Understanding of Ohms law and basic low voltage electrical work
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues in a systematic approach
• Knowledge of RF spectrum and antenna propagation theory
• Understanding of basic IP networking and digital systems
• Ability to follow a Scope of Work, rack diagrams, wiring diagrams, and system drawings

Goosetown Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with our Company values and will not be tolerated. Furthermore, such discrimination or harassment may violate federal, state, or local law. You can find out more by visiting: www.goosetown.com

1. Do the right thing both for the customer, our company and what is morally and ethically correct.
2. Exhibit relentless dedication to the company, our team, our mission, and our customers.
3. Never be satisfied with the quality of your work, personal and professional development. Always seek improvement and increase your individual capabilities.
4. Be an independent problem solver but know when to ask for help and whom to ask. Don’t be afraid to ask. If you don’t know, you don’t know. Make sure you try your best first.
5. Take extreme ownership of everything you do and that you’re responsible for. If it’s not getting done, take ownership of it and see it through. Be the change you want to see.