GCI Communication Corp. · 4 months ago
Wireless RF Technician IV (Fairbanks, AK)
1300 Van Horn Road, Fairbanks, AK, 99701, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expGCI Communication Corp. is a leading provider of telecommunications services in Alaska, and they are seeking a Wireless RF Technician IV. The role involves advanced troubleshooting, optimization, maintenance, and repair of Wireless RF transmission lines and related equipment, while contributing to the overall customer experience.
Telecommunications
Responsibilities
Complete basic equipment installations, testing, and Operational Site Acceptance
Perform installation, adjustment, advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of Wireless RF transmission lines, antennas, and other cell site or transport related equipment throughout urban and rural wireless markets, including but not limited to: Microwave, tower mounted radios, cellular antennas, TMA’s, fiber cabling, DC power, FAA warning beacons, and tower lighting systems
Provide technical support for technicians in remote locations, including phone, command line interface, Cherwell ticket maintenance, and workflow
Use and operate multiple types of test equipment and Software Tools
Operate test equipment to perform corrective tasks related to the transmission tower, antennas, coaxial cabling, grounding, and other systems
Provide support to Engineers in field-related aspects for network optimization projects by working and interacting with RF Engineering and optimization support team for pre and post optimization adjustments and statistical analysis
Perform site audits of cell sites and towers to ensure existing and new installations are within specifications
Update and maintain daily work & safety logs
Assist with updating and maintaining cell site and tower information including but not limited to inspections, FAA and FCC documentation, lighting systems, access, and risk assessment information database
Coordinate with Management and Regulatory parties to ensure the company’s tower network meets all federal FAA and FCC guidelines and requirements
Perform daily operational checks on cell site RF and associated equipment
Maintain compliance by ensuring adherence to documentation standards, company policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
Complete required training comprised of written, online, in person, vendor, and on-the-job training
Mentor and train junior technicians
Troubleshoot and repairs all cell site equipment, including replacement of electronics parts, RF connectors and works closely with transport technicians to expedite circuit repairs
Work closely with RF Engineering and RAN Operations departments to support network optimization projects
Perform site redlines to verify contractor quality of work and standards compliance
Perform corrective and preventative maintenance of cell sites, microwave, and power systems, which involves the emergency generator, batteries, AC units, towers, locks fences, coax cabling/connectors, etc
Work effectively with other technicians, engineers, and vendors to resolve system problems and customer complaints
Perform daily operational checks on all cell site RF and associated equipment
Perform KPI analysis to determine the existence of possible external and/or internal interference and perform corrective maintenance
Collaborate with RF engineering to develop design changes when necessary
Update daily logs with site-specific information and maintain system documentation
Inspect and maintain building grounding systems
Support SMC staff by interfacing regularly to report on network outages, and any work being performed
Provide field support for new cell construction, equipment installation, cell turn up, and cell optimization as needed
Complete required training comprised of written, online, in person, vendor, and on-the-job training
Qualification
Required
A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis
High School diploma or equivalent
Associates Degree in electronics, telecommunications trade school, or equivalent training
Minimum of nine (9) years of experience in a field operations telecommunications industry
Including a minimum of six (6) years in wireless telecommunications, wireless site construction, or related field
Upon hire will be required to obtain and maintain tower climber certification
Preferred
Demonstrated computer skills with Linux, Unix, Cisco IOS, command line interface, Secure Shell, and File Transfer Protocol
Knowledge of RF propagation principles and concepts such as UMTS/HSPA, CDMA/EVDO, LTE, and microwave
Prior certification as a tower climber
Relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications
Benefits
$2,500 Hiring Bonus!
Company
GCI Communication Corp.
Hi, we’re glad you’re here! GCI is Alaska’s largest telecommunications provider.
1001-5000 employees
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