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Murphy Tower Service

Network Technician

Murphy Tower Service, Carlisle, Iowa, United States, 50047


Position Description:

Network Technician

Business Unit:

HDD

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 am, end time varies based on job schedule

Travel:

Required 75-100%

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Description:

The Network Technician is responsible for installing and/or configuring the base station, power system, microwave, fiber equipment within a communications location as defined by the client’s scope of work or engineering specifications. This is a full-time, hourly (non-exempt) position with no supervisory responsibilities. Tower climbing is not a task for this position.

KERA’s – Key Essential Responsibility Areas for this position:

Network Installation Operations

Install, program and/or test electronic equipment including but not limited to cellular and PCS base stations, licensed and unlicensed microwave radios, DC power plants, routers, etc.

Review scope of work and engineering specifications, order materials and determine if assistance is needed.

Verify that all materials for the project are taken to the job site.

Check all of the tools, equipment and stocked supplies on your service truck are available.

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and professional appearance of service vehicle.

Perform inspection of service vehicle and all assigned tools prior to leaving the shop.

Perform a daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and provide a daily tailgate meeting for crew (if one) to address tasks and safety issues.

Perform the job according to specifications and report field deviations to the project manager and/or the customer.

Maintain cleanliness of cell site.

Take pictures of final work and upload all turnover documentation to Murphy Tower server.

Prepare reports for customers as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements – Employees will need to be able to perform the following:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in the cellular communications industry as a cell tech or verifiable equivalent.

Experience with CDMA, LTE and/or 5G Base Station equipment (Ericsson, Nokia, etc)

Fundamental knowledge of Cellular and/or wireless systems

Ethernet knowledge

Current driver’s license and good driving record

Proficiency with Windows and software installation.

Knowledge of AC and DC power.

Excellent interpersonal skills

Educational Development and Qualifications:

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical, Mental, and Visual Effort:

Able to work in extreme weather conditions such as heat, cold and strong winds.

Comfortable working at heights

Constant spatial awareness is required for safety.

Working Conditions

Outdoors

Warehouse/Shop environment