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Day Wireless Systems is hiring: RADIO TECH JOURNEYMAN (Government) in Salem

Day Wireless Systems, Salem, OR, United States, 97308

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Experienced
Salem, OR
Full Time
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$23.00 - $32.99 Hourly
Up to 25%
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Description

Summary: Under general supervision of the Field Service Manager, perform system design, troubleshooting, programming, and installations. Optimize, maintain, and repair 2-way and wireless communication systems, including complex radio systems and 911 communication centers for customers.

Essential Functions: Tasks that must be performed by the person in this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals to perform these functions.

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, discuss, and resolve wireless communication equipment questions and problems with customers on-site, via phone, email, and at the shop.
  • Perform diagnostic and analytical tests to diagnose and repair wireless communication equipment such as dispatch consoles, paging infrastructure, trunked radio systems, and mobile installations.
  • Analyze test results and use them to repair and program radios and wireless equipment.
  • Coordinate with customers, vendors, and management to determine deadlines, urgency, and schedules for repairs, maintenance, and programming.
  • Prepare quotes and bids.
  • Act as the shop's safety coordinator by collaborating with safety representatives for safety training and implementation.
  • Perform wireless communication system programming according to industry standards and vendor criteria.
  • Install radio and wireless mobile and base communication systems per industry practices and vendor standards.
  • Report accidents, maintenance needs, or repairs while using company vehicles, following safe driving procedures.
  • Be available to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and be on call for emergencies, including overtime with little notice.
  • Travel locally or overnight as required.
Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

  • Three to five years' experience with 2-way radios and wireless communication systems. Ability to use computers for programming, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
  • Associate degree or equivalent in electronics or wireless system repair preferred but not required.
  • Experience with diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and programming of wireless communication equipment.
  • Knowledge of dispatch consoles, paging infrastructure, trunked radio systems, radio repair, mobile installations, DC, AC, and RF Theory.

Licenses, Certifications: Industry licenses such as FCC, FICA, or NARTE are required. Valid driver license and insurability are necessary. CET or NABER certification is preferred.

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