Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Radio Technician to join our team and play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing our telecommunications infrastructure. This energetic position involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing radio systems, fiber optic networks, and related equipment across outdoor and indoor environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, hands-on experience with heavy equipment, and a passion for ensuring reliable communication systems. If you thrive in outdoor work settings, enjoy technical challenges, and are committed to safety standards, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Duties
- Install, maintain, and repair radio communication systems, including fiber optic cables and telecommunications network infrastructure.
- Operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks and power tools safely to access elevated or hard-to-reach areas during installations or repairs.
- Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues within telecommunications systems, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Perform telecommunications testing, cable splicing, fiber splicing, and interpret technical drawings or schematics for accurate system setup.
- Conduct telecommunications outside plant operations in accordance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), adhering to safety protocols.
- Support fiber optic systems installation by handling fiber splicing, testing fiber optic cables, and verifying network connectivity.
- Interpret technical schematics and drawings related to cabling layouts, network infrastructure, and engineering troubleshooting support.
- Climb poles or structures safely while following safety procedures for outdoor work environments involving low voltage systems, LAN (Local Area Network), Ethernet, WAN (Wide Area Network), and telephony setups.
Experience
- Proven experience in field service roles involving telecommunications or outdoor network infrastructure.
- Hands-on operation of heavy equipment such as bucket trucks used for high-altitude installations or repairs.
- Strong familiarity with telecommunications testing equipment, fiber optic cables, cable splicing techniques, and network troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering troubleshooting documents.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) standards for outdoor plant operations.
- Experience working with low voltage systems including LANs, Ethernet networks, telephony systems, and power tools.
- Prior outdoor work experience involving climbing structures or poles is highly desirable.
Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering reliable communication solutions! This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your technical skills while working outdoors in diverse environments—making a tangible impact on connectivity that keeps communities connected every day!
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
