Field Technician (Meridien, MS)

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VERY IMPORTANT: THIS IS NOT A REMOTE WORK ROLE

The individual will need to be within a reasonable driving distance of Meridien, MS to support this sector of our network.

Field Technicians are responsible for operations and maintaining T-Mobile's wireless network, including GSM, UMTS, and LTE technologies. Technicians must be willing to be on-call and work in a 24X7 environment. They must also have a solid understanding of Microwave and AAV transport networks. Technicians must also be able to work with tower crews and trouble shoot lines and antennas.


Acts as a technical contributor within and occasionally outside his or her immediate team. Responsible for staying current in technical theory, application, and operational discipline. Takes on technical and project-related efforts, providing communication as directed. The Technician has a solid understanding of theory and application related to project management, radio access networks, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services. The Technician has a basic understanding of theory and application related to network design, capacity planning, power systems AC/DC, and grounding.

Job Responsibilities:

• Technical support: Provides technical support within and occasionally outside immediate team. Provides technical support in network performance initiatives, outage resolution and works to identify day-to-day improvement opportunities.
• Project management: Takes on smaller projects or portions of key projects / initiatives, providing accurate status and progress updates as requested.
• Operations: Identifies and shares potential process improvements and recommends them to Senior Technicians and / or management for consideration. Provides input on process improvements related to maintenance and repair activities. Assists in creation of job aids, scopes of work, method / statement of procedure, and helpful tools working closely with a Senior Technician.
• Continuous learning: Enrolls in and completes training requirements to stay current on existing and new systems and products, to grow skills, and to expand proficiency in company values and organizational requirements.

Qualifications:

• Must meet minimum technical proficiency requirements with Nokia equipment Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated; exhibits initiative in achieving company goals and objectives
• Basic leadership skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexibility with ever-changing environments and priorities
• Solve problems using creativity and innovation
• Operational knowledge and theory of all interconnecting circuits to include but not limited to RF transmitters, antenna systems, AAV, fiber, microwave radio and AC-DC power systems.
• 3 - 5 years’ wireless experience preferably in field operations, with a proven track record of success
• Flexible hours a must. Day and night work are part of the job, as well as being part of an on-call rotation for the market.
• Applicant is to meet the minimum DOT medical standards under 49 CFR Part 391

Additional Job Description:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two-year vocational degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
•  Must have and maintain a clean driving record & driver's license.
•  Meet the minimum DOT medical standards under 49 CFR Part 391.
•  Ability to drive cars, trucks, or other equipment.
•  Work day, afternoon and graveyard shifts, weekend shifts, on-call, and Holidays.
• This position requires mobility (standing, walking, climbing, etc.); the ability to get from one place to another; bending, turning, twisting of your neck or at the waist; squatting, crawling, and kneeling; balancing and maintaining equilibrium; being able to feel, grasp, reach with hands and arms (outwards and/or upwards).
• Lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing no more than 75 pounds.
• Climbs stairs or stepladders to reach equipment and cable trays.
• Work in all weather conditions and in remote areas.

Education:

• Vocational/Technical Training

Work Experience:

• 2-4 years Working experience in Field Operations and maintenance.
• 2-4 years Wireless telecommunications or other related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Electronics (Required)
• RAN (Required)
• Attention To Detail (Required)
• Problem Solving (Required)
• Microsoft Office (Required)

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No):Yes

DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No):Yes
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No):No

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