microwave Technician

Job description

The Field Technician is responsible for performing tasks associated with installation and/or maintenance of digital microwave communications equipment. Field Technicians perform new customer installations, service calls, de-installations, and network maintenance, among other projects. The successful candidate must be driven to learn new technologies and be capable of mastering tasks quickly, self-starting and dedicated to being part of a team.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities

Perform installations of microwave dishes and antennas.
Installation of wireless access points on non-penetrating mounts and inside of buildings.
Assemble and install non-penetrating roof mounts and wall mounts, cabinets and equipment racks.
Cabling installation (run and terminate cables, including Cat5/6, DC power (low voltage) and fiber), PVC / flex conduit installation.
Mount and align microwave radios
Install other connectivity equipment such as power supplies, routers, etc.
Simple troubleshooting.
Understand TCP/IP and networking issues.
Minimum Experience and Educational Requirements * High School Diploma or GED certificate

1+ year of experience installing digital wireless equipment and/or related technical fields
Experienced with installing equipment racks, and grounding. Microwave and wireless radio frequency experience

Strong Network troubleshooting skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong organizational and planning skills, and capable of managing several complex tasks at a time
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written & verbal
Strong customer service skills
Must be a team player and accept instruction
Ability and willingness to travel frequently - up to 50%
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and altitudes
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
Ability to work from lift/bucket truck platform up to 80' (may require up to 100’ – IL)
Ability to work on rooftops two stories and above