Nokia Field Technician

Job Title: Field Manager

Location: Phoenix Market

Pay Rate: $150/Day W2 + $360/hr Day diem – total: $510/Day

Start Date: November 2024

Duration: 12 months with extensions

Description:

Candidate MUST have:

• Must be located in the indianapolis Market and covering the surrounding area

• Must be willing to travel up to 80% of the time

• Would strongly benefit from having previous T-Mobile experience

• Must have Nokia installation and equipment knowledge

• Must have telecom site construction expereince

• Must Comply with attached travel policy

• Must have a Valid Driver’s License

Candidate must also be able to provide the following certifications:

(cost of certifications are not reimbursed by Nokia)

The following must be completed and available to present to Nokia at the time of start:

• CPR

• BBP - Blood Borne Pathogens

• RF Awareness – Radio Frequency Awareness

• OSHA 10 (10-hour course) + Fall Protection

• OSHA 30 (30 Hour course)

Summary:

Nokia Field Manager is responsible for supervising construction of small cell sites by Nokia partners. This position is the understanding of Site Construction (site walks, installation, & acceptance), Commissioning and Integration and the ability to troubleshooting hardware/software systems. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to managing partner installation of 4G and 5G antenna components, radio components, RF Cabling, AC/DC wiring, various telecommunication equipment, fiber optics and overall testing.

Key Tasks

• Supervision of 4G and 5G antenna and associated mounting hardware, RF Fiber, AC/DC power cables with associated panels, terminals and connections installation.

• Support Troubleshooting activities when required – knowledge of RF and Fiber optic cables and connections.

• Manage the installation of radio cabinets, DC power and telecommunication equipment.

• Knowledge of proper use of bucket truck w/ aerial lift.

• Read, understand and interpret engineering work plans.

• Supervise the se a variety of telecommunication and construction equipment to complete installations.

• Understand proper use of hand and power tools.

• Ensure safe working environment – make sure partners follow safety guidelines with power and/or working at heights.

• Ability to follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.

• Ensures all local build standards and regulations are followed during Site Construction

• Perform Supplier Manager activities – crew capacity, rollout schedules, verify skills, payments (PO), Tools (NDPd, NDPc, RVS), H&S and Quality management.

• Daily interlock with Supplier (meetings, status, etc.)

• Validate Technical Site Surveys, Scoping packages and Bill of Materials deliverables.

• Coordinate Equipment repair and return

• Verification of Site quality throughout the implementation and acceptance processes.

• Acceptance or rejections of site acceptance documentation within tool landscape.

• Validation and approval of change request (scope changes, etc.)

• Installation, commissioning, operations, integration, and maintenance of cabinets.

• Provide comprehensive and accurate reporting of all project activities.

• Ensure all closeout data has been compiled, reviewed, and submitted in a timely manner.

• Installs, maintains, and repairs radio access nodes, core network transmission equipment on operational telecommunications networks.

• Interacts with other technicians and customer’s technical staff.

• Microwave installation, commissioning, and alignment.

• Understands and implements RAN, RF and Transmission designs.

• Basic knowledge of Antennae & RF configuration at cell sites.

• Grounding and various types of electrical voltages and safe connection methods.

• Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of equipment

• Knowledge of fiber tags, wax string, CX, RBS, WCDMA.

• Health &Safety standards implemented and followed.

• Capacity to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.

• A willingness to travel and/or work outdoors in all weather conditions when required.

The above are the key responsibilities for this position but does not restrict additional tasks from being assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License

• Two or more years of experience in a network rollout discipline

• Two or more years of experience in wireless industry

• First Aid Training/CPR preferred.

• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification preferred.

• IC&I & Troubleshooting experience in UMTS, LTE, WCDMA, CDMA, & GSM.

• Electrical training with some telecommunications experience.

• Moderate to Expert knowledge utilizing Microsoft Tools Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• Decision making and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated understanding of microwave and fiber transmission concepts.

• Flexibility in working hours and travel. Ability to travel overnight.

• A demonstrated understanding of multiple client network topologies and associated Radio access network (RAN) and Optical / Microwave Transmission infrastructure.

• Experience integrating and troubleshoot cabinets and rack mounted equipment.