Day Wireless Systems · 5 days ago
Installation Technician Apprentice
Bend, OR
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expDay Wireless Systems is looking for an Installation Technician Apprentice to install mobile and fixed radio and wireless communications equipment. This role involves performing installations, climbing towers, maintaining customer relations, and ensuring equipment functions properly post-installation.
Wireless
Responsibilities
Perform installations of mobile and fixed wireless communications equipment by assembling and bolting equipment onto support structure
Climb towers (if certified) and install cable and antenna consistent with project requirements and according to R56 installation and safety standards
May also deconstruct installation sites as required
Inventory and assemble parts prior to installation work to ensure correct parts available on truck
Assist with optimization of equipment following installation to ensure it functions properly
Complete job tickets and time sheets to record installation work
Must be able to travel, this may be local, daily travel or overnight travel
Other duties as assigned
May occasionally be requested to complete additional assignments
Qualification
Required
Install mobile, fixed radio and wireless communications equipment in the field or shop according to manufacturer and company guidelines
Maintain positive customer relations
Perform installations of mobile and fixed wireless communications equipment by assembling and bolting equipment onto support structure
Climb towers (if certified) and install cable and antenna consistent with project requirements and according to R56 installation and safety standards
May also deconstruct installation sites as required
Inventory and assemble parts prior to installation work to ensure correct parts available on truck
Assist with optimization of equipment following installation to ensure it functions properly
Complete job tickets and time sheets to record installation work
Must be able to travel, this may be local, daily travel or overnight travel
Knowledge of basic electrical wiring
Mechanical ability to operate basic handtools and power tools, and use basic electronic equipment (voltmeter, wattmeter, and soldering iron)
Knowledge of basic electrical wiring, R56 grounding standards, tower certification, radio testing methods, basic equipment testing, AS400 operations, and using service monitor and radio programming software
Strong knowledge of installation procedures for alarms, wigwags, sirens, light bars, relays, and disguised radio installs
Good oral communication skills
Some higher education or vocational training specializing in electronics plus 6-12 months related experience installing mobile and fixed communications equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Work requires heavy lifting, constant standing, and extensive close work
Valid Driver's License
Clean Driving Record is required (Major infractions are a disqualifier. ex: DUI, any drug motor vehicle offence, hit & run, reckless driving infractions, driving while suspended, passing a stopped school bus, involvement in a fatal accident, or 3 or more minor infractions within 3-year period)
Company
Day Wireless Systems
Day Wireless Systems is a wireless company providing distributed antenna systems, radio, and tower services.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Shane Bridges, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Mackenzie Day
Chief Operating Officer
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