SNELLING is currently seeking an experienced I.T. and Telecommunications Technician to serve as a Wireless Technician.  This position requires both in-office and field technical diagnosis duties as well as maintenance and repair tasks on a broad variety of equipment such as:  radios, repeaters & patching systems, apparatus tablets, mobile data terminals, WWAN modems, mobile tower platforms, tower sites & equipment, dashcams and fleet telemetric systems.  This equipment is vital to the successful operation of our client’s mission. 
This Wireless Technician position will be a direct hire, meaning that SNELLING would work with you through the consideration and interview process.  If a job offer is made, employment would be directly with our client and all benefits available to full-time employees would be available upon hiring.
JOB DUTIES
PRIMARY DUTIES

• Deliver technical support via chat, phone, email, and in-person.
• Answer I.T. department phones and assist with helpdesk operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues; escalate complex tickets as needed.
• Install and maintain microwave antennas, radios, and related equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with devices including mobile tech, radios, gas detectors, etc. (training provided for specialized equipment).
• Assist with network monitoring, configuration, and security of LAN/WAN systems.
• Provide onsite support during emergency response operations and deployments.
• Run regular I.T. reports and document wireless network uptime.
• Assist with budgeting recommendations for network hardware and software.
• Perform tower climbs to install and service radio/microwave equipment.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the I.T. Manager.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Radios, repeaters, and patching systems (fixed, portable, and mobile).
• Apparatus tablets, MDTs, WWAN modems.
• KnoxBox and related storage security systems.
• Mobile Command and Mobile Tower Platforms.
• Equipment and maintenance of tower sites.
• Dashcams and fleet telematics systems.

QUALIFICATIONS                                                                             

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of NIMS 100, 200, and 800
• Solid understanding of LAN structures and computer systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, maintaining, and explaining tech in simple terms.
• Knowledge of Ethernet, data communication, and hardware/software operation.
• Ability to safely climb communication towers up to 400 feet.
• Within 6 months: Certifications in RF Fundamentals, EME Awareness, Hazard Communications, Telecom Site Safety, and Tower Climbing & Rescue
• Obtain at least one certification within a year from vendors such as: Barracuda Networks (preferred), Microsoft, Dell, HP, VMWare, 3xLogic, C-COM, Ubiquiti
• Willingness to work Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. (initial hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and on call as required to keep all equipment functioning properly.

 
SNELLING is a contingency recruiting firm, placing candidates in temp to hire and direct hire positions for over 60 years. All inquiries are strictly confidential, and all search fees are paid by our clients. Contact us TODAY with confidence!