Transportation Technology Field Technician (ITS)

Job Description

SONDA is a leading IT services and systems integration company in Latin America, with more than 50 years of experience delivering innovative technology solutions. With an expanding presence in the United States, we continue to grow our business and support organizations in their digital transformation journeys.

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About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Transportation Technology Field Technician (ITS) to work with one of our key clients in Miami, FL in Miami, FL, supporting the deployment and maintenance of technology solutions for public transportation systems.

This is a hands-on opportunity to work with innovative transportation technologies, installing and maintaining electronic equipment onboard buses and other public transportation vehicles.

You will be responsible for equipment installation, wiring, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting, ensuring the reliability and proper operation of onboard systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure electronic equipment onboard buses and other transportation vehicles, including cameras, MDVRs, GPS devices, routers, antennas, passenger information displays, and fare collection equipment.
• Perform low-voltage electrical wiring and connections, including 12V/24V systems, Ethernet, coaxial cables, and communication interfaces.
• Install and maintain onboard electronic systems according to technical drawings, installation procedures, and manufacturer specifications.
• Configure basic network parameters and communication interfaces, including IP addresses, GPS, cellular, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting electrical, hardware, networking, and communication issues.
• Conduct system testing, commissioning, and functional validation of installed equipment.
• Document installation activities, equipment information, test results, and maintenance records.
• Coordinate field activities with project managers, supervisors, and customer representatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and installation quality standards.

Requirements

• Experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting electronic systems in vehicles, transportation environments, telecommunications, or related fields.
• Knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems, particularly 12V and 24V DC.
• Experience with structured cabling, wiring, connectors, and electrical installations.
• Basic knowledge of Ethernet networks, TCP/IP, routers, switches, and network troubleshooting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical installation documents.
• Familiarity with electronic equipment such as IP cameras, GPS devices, routers, antennas, and communication systems.
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Professional English proficiency.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with buses, commercial vehicles, fleet electronics, or public transportation systems.
• Knowledge of CAN Bus and SAE J1939 communication protocols.
• Experience with CAD/AVL, MDVR, video surveillance, automatic passenger counting, or fare collection systems.
• Technical training or certifications in electronics, automotive electronics, telecommunications, or networking.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification or equivalent safety training.
• CompTIA Network+ certification or equivalent networking knowledge.

Additional Information

• Location: Miami, Florida, USA.
• Work is primarily performed at transportation maintenance facilities, bus garages, depots, and onboard vehicles.
• Travel to customer locations throughout the United States may be required.
• Work schedules may occasionally include nights and weekends, depending on project deployment requirements.
• The role involves hands-on field activities, including working in confined areas and handling tools and equipment.

All vacancies at Grupo SONDA are open to people with disabilities.