Field Implementation Technician

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Under the supervision of the Implementation Team Lead, provide implementation support for new LMR system deployment to meet customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Communicates directly with customers under the authorization of the Project Program Manager to facilitate effective system implementation tasks.

Communicates with all appropriate departments and key personnel regarding initial system design, features, capabilities, and implementation schedule.

Install, program, and configure two-way radio system components, repeaters, receive multicopper, combiners, antenna systems, power systems, and dispatch equipment for P25 and Analog LMR systems.

Configure, test, and align duplexers and other RF subsystem devices.

Set up, configure, and utilize testing equipment to complete device setup and system tests.

Prepare system implementation drawing packages.

Perform system coverage testing based on CATP developed by RF team lead.

Interprets circuit, wiring, and system diagrams or schematics under the supervision of the team lead.

Effectively accepts and completes special assignments and projects as directed.

Constantly projects a positive demeanor and willingness to take on new challenges.

Establishes and maintains effective external and internal communications, exhibiting the highest level of credibility with co-workers and customers. Regard as both internal and external customers.

Exhibits desirable and appropriate professional behavior including, a sense of urgency, independent judgment, teamwork, ability to get along with others, creative thinking, and personal integrity to provide for a cohesive, productive unit dedicated to the achievement of corporate goals.

Participate in the testing of software and new products and provide feedback to Engineering.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 2-year technical degree in electronics or related field.

Experience is normally associated with two to five years of installing or servicing LMR communications equipment.

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to read and understand schematics and system drawings.

Understanding of electronics and RF principles

Knowledge of system and RF testing equipment

Knowledge of network topologies and protocols

Knowledge of conventional and trunked radio systems

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both internal and external, written, and oral.

Proven ability to manage time effectively.

Excellent organizational and technical skills.

Ability to produce accurate and detailed documentation and reports relating to system implementation.