Radio Mechanic jobs in Longview, TX

Who We Are:

Ontivity/ET Tower is a Total Turnkey Supplier of Telecommunication Infrastructure Design and Implementation throughout the Wireless Industry. We are actively engaged in all aspects of Telecommunications Design and Construction including; Rawland Site Builds, Antenna and Line Installation/Upgrades, Microwave Installation/Commissioning, and Civil and Electrical Installations. ET Tower Currently maintains office locations in Colorado Springs, Co, Longview, TX, Hammond, LA and Edmond, OK. We are comprised of a strong family of men and women who operate as teammates. We are proud of the collective, team-oriented atmosphere that drives this company to excellence. Our desire is for every member of our team to advance in knowledge and skill and to pursue exceptional performance and safety. ET Tower also seeks to drive industry standards and is a founding member of NATE and NWSA.

Benefits Include:

Medical Insurance with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k (with 4% match)

7 Paid Holidays

Boot Allowance per year

Per Diem for Personal Use

Transportation Provided

Personal and Vacation Days

Pay Range $25-$35/hr DOE

Essential Functions:

Ability to install, maintain, and trouble shoot licensed and unlicensed M/W radio systems and auxiliary equipment without direct supervision. Possess Licensed OEM Certifications such as Aviat, Nokia, NEC, Ceragon, and others

Auxiliary equipment includes DSX panels, MUX equipment, routers, patch panels, Wi-max products

Experience with AC/DC rectifier installations, AC/DC cabling & terminating to radio equipment

Able to wire wrap up DSX panels, run alarms and punch down to proper color code

Proficient with test equipment for in the field test and turn up

Migration of customer traffic to newly installed MW systems

Bench testing of MW systems before deployment to the field

Diagnosis of all aspects of problems to include path alignment

Conduct site audits for future installs

Comply with various customer’s standards of installation

Effectively communicate with the customer about issues, on site changes, and recommendations in a professional manner

Conduct the above tasks within OSHA regulations, industry standards and more stringent safety regulations set forth by EasTex Tower LLC

Competencies:

Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus

Must be able to pass a background check for government security clearances

Power meters, Spectrum analyzer, OC3 - T1 test sets, and ability to conduct RFC 2544 tests. Any proficiency with the upcoming Y.1564 standard a plus

Ability to work with all software programs that communicate with radio equipment

IP Configuration & networking skills

General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times

Ability to properly inspect and use PPE

Knowledge of using transits, compass, set azimuths to standard engineering processes

Antenna alignment tool experience

Sweep & PIM testing experience. Anritsu gear preferred

Equipment certifications; forklifts and boom lifts

Must have complete knowledge on use and care of basic hand tools and power tools

Personal Attributes:

Must have reliable transportation to and from office location

Mechanically inclined

Technically inclined

Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently

Team oriented

Ability to work with Microsoft Office

Supervisory Responsibility:

Level II & III technicians may be required to be the supervising member of a crew. He/she has demonstrated a high proficiency level in all tasks related with turnkey microwave radio installations. Individual has also established a high level of responsibility and accountability for himself/herself and those under his/her supervision. Lead technicians are expected to participate, supervise, and oversee all work tasks performed on site, inspecting each phase as required, ensuring the quality of the installation pertaining to radio installation and all other procedures related to the industry.

Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

Frequent work in adverse weather conditions

Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms

Required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders

On a constant basis, employee must lift, carry, and maneuver heavy or awkward objects weighing 50lbs or more.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Daily travel within the Company’s geographical footprint and possible extended stays at external destinations. Travel time can be anywhere from three to six weeks at a time, with appropriate breaks.

Frequently required to use hand and power tools

Job Related Certifications:

OSHA 10 or 30

Competent Climber

Competent Rescue

First Aid/CPR

Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications

Microwave Radio Certifications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Longview, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road