Wireless Technician

Looking for a company that values your potential? A job with AT&T as a Wireless Technician can provide you with exactly that! Take advantage of our paid training and wide range of career possibilities.

This position uses advanced skills to perform functions associated with the installation, integration and/or maintenance of wireless equipment. You’ll need to:

• Install and maintain mobile test equipment.

• Perform database changes, repairs on all cell site components as well as wide area network equipment.

• Demonstrate the ability to resolve difficult problems.

• Work with contractors on existing cell site reports to ensure work is being done to engineering specifications.

• Assist other technicians in monitoring and/or testing wireless network performance and/or resolving cell site problems.

• Additional responsibilities may include switch database changes, testing digital circuits and interpreting results.

• Assumes 24 hour on call duty when assigned.

• Maintain an acceptable driving record and perform other duties as assigned by management.

GENERAL DUTIES

The essential functions listed below are representative of duties performed by this job title. Duties generally include but are not limited to the following:

General Essential Functions which are normally required:

• Wear appropriate safety equipment and follows established safety practices and procedures.

• Uses sophisticated electronic test equipment, measuring devices, meters and hand tools in analyzing, adjusting, installing, wiring, repairing, maintaining and testing wireless, transmission, and associated equipment.

• Performs required incidental and preventative maintenance on cell site, power equipment, transmission, and associated equipment, and completes necessary logs, reports and postings.

• Operates Personal Computer, or similar devices, to access required systems and equipment.

• Coordinates clearing of trouble with other groups and organizations and works with other employees and/ or customers in the maintenance and installation of wireless service.

• Moves and/ or lifts material weighing up to a maximum of 60 pounds and drive long distances safely to complete job assignments.

• Works independently, with minimal guidance or assistance.

• Provides instruction, assistance, and guidance to other technicians as required.

• Performs Network surveillance and emergency response as necessary. Normally required to be available for after-hours projects, on-call duty, and overtime.

• Drives company vehicle.

Essential functions which may be required for a particular job:

• Conduct collection and presentation of field data of wireless market as required.

• Perform basic grounding system maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of pertinent FCC/FAA/EPA/OSHA regulations.

• Perform manual or electronic cross connect functions.

• Perform translations, use software modification computer inputs to create, modify, and/or correct database contents, i.e. cell translations, microwave system analysis, Digital Cross Connect administration/operation.

• May be responsible for implementation of new services/technologies/equipment, as required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Be willing to work day, evening or night hours; overtime, emergency call-outs, weekends and holidays as required. Must assume 24-hour on-call duty when assigned.

• Must also have at least 2 years related technical training or equivalent experience or have minimum of 1-year time in title as Wireless Technician, or MSC/RNOC Technician.

• Requires valid state driver's license, or CDL, whichever is applicable, and satisfactory driving record check.

• Have the ability to drive a vehicle with manual gearshift.

• Be away from home location for extended periods of time.

• Work outside in all types of weather.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have unimpaired hearing, able to communicate orally and via telephone.

• Ability to distinguish between colors, read printed material, lift/carry 60 pounds, climb stairs/ladders. 

• Must be able to kneel, stoop, crouch, or work in other uncomfortable positions to accomplish tasks.

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to work with hand tools.

Our Wireless Technicians earn between $18.80 - $51.46 per hour. With our amazing wage opportunities, our average starting earnings begin at $37,440.00 per year. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 

• 401(k) plan 

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Paid Time off and holidays (With some exceptions bargained employees qualify for one week of PTO after 6 months of service and 2 weeks after the first year). At least 6 company designated holidays and additional PTO (based on bargaining group to which you are hired.

• Sick leave

• Paid Parental Leave

• Adoption Reimbursement

• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)

• Life and Accidental Death Insurance

• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness, accident hospital indemnity/group legal

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) ·

• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Interested? We provide extensive training and the resources you’ll need in a collaborative and dynamic team environment built for your success.

If you are considering jobs like Wireless Technician, this career move would be a great fit. 

Ready to take your career on the road to success? Apply today!

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