Communication Systems Technician

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA), your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Communication Systems Technician in Louisville, Kentucky, to support our fast-growing Voice (MSS) division.

MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Installing, programming, and maintaining complex communication equipment to get customers up and running. (Two-Way Radios, Land Mobile Radios, P25 Trunking Systems, MOTOTRBO, etc.)
• Fixing the system if things go wrong and bringing communications back online to public safety, hospitals, utilities, manufacturing, and other mission-critical customers.
• Designing and upgrading customer systems to the latest technologies and solutions.
• Assisting and collaborating well with the team, the Service Manager, and the customer.
• Demonstrating a willingness to learn and be mentored in new technology in communications and equipment.
• Completing assigned tickets properly and on time.
• Making minor modifications to electronic circuitry per customer request and/or deploying factory software/firmware updates.
• Serving in an on-call rotation and providing 24/7 technical support.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM:

• At least two (2) years of experience in diagnosing, repairing, programming, and installing mobile communications equipment.?(Two-Way Radios, Land Mobile Radios, P25 Trunking Systems, MOTOTRBO, etc.)
• Team-focused with a passion to meet customer needs.
• Strong communication skills for end users and third parties.
• Resourceful technicians sometimes need assistance/guidance from others.
• Understanding of / willingness to learn two-way radio theory.
• Experience operating testing equipment like spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs, FDRs, and multimeters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check, motor vehicle check, and drug screen.
• A two-year degree in Electronics, IT, or an applicable subject is preferred.
• P25 and/or MotoTRBO experience, preferred.
• CET certification, preferred.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical environment requires the employee to work inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; utilize personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials, lift (overhead, waist level) from the floor, bending, frequently utilize near vision use for reading and computer use; be able to handle semi-frequent stressful conditions (cardiovascular), frequently work in outdoor weather conditions, frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally ascend/descend a ladder, operate a motor vehicle, frequently position self to maintain computers or other equipment as needed.

DIRECT REPORTS:

No Direct Reports

Mobile Communications America