Cell Tower Technician

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Perform wireless installations as well as test, analyze, and troubleshoot problems within the wireless network with minimal guidance for tasks performed.
• Strong working knowledge of LTE, GSM, and UMTS platforms as well as highly skilled duties related to installation, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting network systems as related to equipment installation and failure.
• Perform antenna sweeps, frequency spectrum sweeps and maintains site configuration data using computer software and digital photography.
• Routinely works with all outside installation contractors and departments within the company to complete work assignments on all equipment to include microwave, antennas, towers, coax cabling and associated equipment.
• Follow proper safety procedures when using electrical test and communications equipment and OSHA Safety standards
• Evaluate the job sites and communications equipment, and secure and protect as required
• Knowledge of sector/antenna configurations with respect to jumper and coax routing, RET settings and cabling, and fiber routing
• Fully test an antenna/line system as required via PIM or Sweep
• Proficient testing and working with Fiber
• Interpret the alarm conditions on the network and implement repairs and restoration plans to ensure minimal service disruption and impact to customer
• Travel Requirements: Must be available to travel up to 100% for weeks at a time if required.
• Flexible to work shift work to include maintenance window and weekends if needed
• Provide your own active smart phone with the ability to install and support apps as needed for customer and KCI support.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience

Education and/or Skills Preferred:

• Highschool Diploma/GED

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.