Telecom RF Microwave Technician

Location: Rochester, NY & Various Cities in New York State

Compensation: Salary and Benefits (Compensation is based on experience)

Council Rock is an award-winning Industrial IOT engineering firm developing hardware and software to deploy world-class solutions to solve existing and emerging problems in Industrial markets.

Spark the Next Era of Growth! We are searching for dynamic individuals who want to be part of our growth mission as an innovative telecommunications company in the USA.

Should you have little to none experience, we will work with you and assist you in all aspects of the position. Safety is our #1 priority, and we offer paid training!

WORKING AT COUNCIL ROCK

At Council Rock we are a people-centric company with our core values at the heart of all our programs. We are committed to the current and evolving needs of our teammates and colleagues through our rewards and benefits programs.

We base our learning and development opportunities for our team members around the following cornerstones and core values: being people-centric; strong integrity and business ethics and being mindful of physical well-being. On top of these values, we also encourage strong, open, and straightforward communication among our people.

Our mission at Council Rock is to empower the Industrial IOT markets by introducing leading-edge technologies that leverage the latest standards and allow our customers to benefit from innovation.

RF & MICROWAVE TECHNICIAN

The RF & Microwave Technician position is responsible for supervising installation, troubleshooting and maintaining microwave point-to-point links. This position requires knowledge of how to configure and troubleshoot microwave equipment from various vendors, understands RF propagation studies and ability to read construction drawings, understanding of FCC rules and regulations and ability to utilize appropriate tools and procedures.

While this position has no direct reports, it is a lead role and is responsible for ensuring proper and timely installation while working with installation crews.

This position requires extensive travel across New York State, in an outdoor environment. RF & Microwave Technicians are adventurers and road warriors and may be traveling Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These duties can be performed with or without accommodation:

• Structured wiring on all coaxial and wired cables as needed at job sites.
• Installs rooftop deployment on small cell devices as needed.
• Installs 5G equipment at all small cell sites.
• Assists in the installation of all aspects of wireless cell site foundations.
• Ensures proper installation of all transmission lines, such as foam or air dielectric coaxial, hardline and elliptical fiber.
• Assists in the preparation and cleanup of sites.
• Ensures proper installation of all up-top equipment including masts, clamping, bracing, supports, antennas, RRUs, cabling, bolting, true up, shooting proper azimuth within tolerances, reading maps and a compass, torque to spec, labeling, picture-taking, documentation, plumb and tilt readings with smart level, etc.
• Responsible for submitting appropriate close-out documentation per customer requirements.
• Responsible for antenna installation of microwave antennas.
• Responsible for proper rigging of equipment and capstan operations.
• Travels to client site as need, approximately 75% travel mostly within the state of New York. Percentage of travel may vary based on client needs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree in related field preferred.
• Knowledge in Microwave, SCADA communications, Cellular, Broadband Industries.
• CCENT, CCNA or similar certification is a plus.
• Willingness to become a Tower Rescue Certified is preferred.
• CPR/AED and Certification preferred; if not certified, Council Rock will provide certification training at time of hire.
• OSHA-10 certification preferred; if not certified, Council Rock will provide certification training at time of hire.

K*NOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES*

• Ability to interface with customers
• Adaptability / Flexibility and resourcefulness
• Technical Skill
• Customer Focus
• Detail Orientation / Accuracy
• Knowledge of wireless RF communications and principles
• Must possess strong troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with inventory tools and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive long distances on and off road and to tow trailers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This role is routinely exposed to outdoor work environment year-round.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds independently and up to 90 pounds with assistance, if necessary.
• This position requires physical dexterity.

Council Rock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be a veteran friendly employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York State: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• OSHA 10 (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location