5G Network Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Safari Solutions has an immediate need for a full time 5G Network Manager to join our growing Events Team. Safari Solutions delivers private wireless solutions at a wide array of sports and entertainment landscapes. The 5G Network Manager will travel nationwide to events for setup and support and must be willing to travel up to 65% of the year, typically 180+days per year.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Planning:

• Understanding of site design and installation plan
• Project timelines, maps, site integration, predictive surveys, use cases
• Attend all pre-event planning calls.

 

Onsite Deployment:

• Install gap fiber cabling to 5G nodes
• Verify labeling, functionality, and test all Core RAN and Remote Sectors
• Deploy and test remote sectors and connect back to core
• Strategically place nodes in accordance to site design angling and adjusting azimuths
• Verify connectivity and roaming performance
• Ongoing collaboration with NOC and Remote Engineering
• Continuously test performance during the event and collaborate with NOC on identified issues.
• Gather end-user feedback and experiences.
• Investigate and troubleshoot connectivity issues in real-time, conducting walkarounds during the event.
• Ensure the highest deployment standards are met.
• Tear down post event and pack assets for next tour stop

 

Qualifications:

• Complete all trainings outlined by 5G Internal Safari Team.
• Familiarity with Nokia and Ericsson Hardware.
• Exposure to wireless standards, RF fundamentals and RAN Technology
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• CPI/Nokia/Ericsson Certifications Preferred

 

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:

• Ability to carry 30 lbs. of material, and use a man lift or ladder during the course of a normal work day
• Ability to work in heat and cold temperatures
• Work with flexibility in scheduling to meet productions goals
• This job requires up to double shifts during Events.