Field Implementation Technician

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Under 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 set up 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 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, sense of urgency, independent judgement, 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 normally associated with two to five years 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.

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