Calgary Office Location

Calgary, AB T2E, CAN

Description

This position is LOCAL to Fort McMurray, AB. You must reside in Fort McMurray or be willing to relocate

TRIDON OFFERS

Competitive Wages

Company Paid Benefits

Company RRSP Matching

FREE Housing Support with Relocation*

Relocation Support Provided*

Additional paid days off for Years of Service (YOS)

On-the-job Training

Manufacturer Provided Training

Opportunity to advance and grow within a rapidly growing Company

JOB SUMMARY

The

Communications Technologist is responsible for programming, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing communications equipment at the repair center and job site.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Testing by means of watt meter, multimeter, antenna diagnostics, DTF, basic service monitor use, modulation, channel bandwidths and signal levels

Install wireless communications equipment in stationary and mobile applications including light, medium & heavy-duty vehicles and equipment

Basic RF

Reading and understanding of engineering drawings/documents

Adherence to all Safety policies and procedures

Demonstrate professionalism and act as ambassador of Tridon

Install, maintain, and repair P25 trunked radio systems, Conventional radio systems, MotoTRBO radio systems, TDM multiplexing equipment including T1 applications and wired/wireless LAN and WAN data networks

Program Conventional/MotoTRBO/Trunking mobile and portable radio equipment

Install, maintain, and repair of broadband satellite systems

Install, maintain, and tune antenna multi-coupler systems, duplexers and transmit combiners

Accurately record time and materials on service orders for all assigned work using NetSuite operations and procedures pertaining to the Technical Services Department





Complete accurate Labour, Equipment and Material forms (LEM’s) and Job Hazard Assessments (JHA’s)

Complete required inspection sheets (Vehicle)

Assist, guide, and mentor employees and/or trainees

Participate in travel, overtime, and on-call duties as required

Install and maintain antenna systems on towers to 500' while complying with safety requirements, tower rigging, and fall arrest procedures (when certified tower climber)

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or 4 year Bachelors degree with applicable and related field experience

Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) Certificate

Experience and Training

Valid Construction Safety Training System (CSTS - 09) certificate including generic WHMIS Training

Current Standard First Aid training including Level C CPR (optional)

Elevated Work Platform (OSSA accredited)

OSSA Fall Protection

BSO or CSO Training

Leadership for Safety Excellence Training (optional)

Intermediate Wildlife Awareness Training

Knowledge of occupational hazards and protected work requirements (OH&S;)

Knowledge of hand and power tools, test equipment and design/fabrication techniques

Other Requirements

Legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of application.

Full, valid, and current driver's license

Clean 5-year driver's abstract





Clear Criminal Background Check

Successful completion of a Pre-Access Drug & Alcohol test, with ongoing random testing as required by clients

SKILLS

Strong leadership and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent understanding of networking requirements and wiring standards applicable to the telecommunications industry

Ability to grasp new techniques, and deal with rapidly changing events

Ability to work safely in hazardous environments

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Communications Technologist must be able to spend the majority of the day sitting, walking, and/or standing. They may be required to stoop, bend, kneel and squat for extended periods of time. They also may be required to carry equipment weighing up to 30lbs for short distances.

ABOUT US

Tridon Communications is a full solution Telecom Systems Integrator with CSA certification and licensed by APEGA. Our Engineering, Radio Communications, Data Communications, Security, and Tower Divisions collaborate with customers to build custom solutions for their wireless communication needs. We have been supplying wireless communication products and services to Alberta industry since 1981.

We operate seven service shops inFort McMurray, Edmonton, Edson, Hinton, Calgary, Saskatoon,and Terrace, British Columbia.

JOIN OUR TEAM

At Tridon, we are committed to promoting diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace by actively seeking to hire qualified individuals from underrepresented groups, including those who are new to Canada and that meet the required qualifications for the role.

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