4612 – Radio Frequency (RF) Technician I or II

RADIO FREQUENCY TECHNICIAN I or II

CORVALLIS, OREGON

PAY RANGE $30 – $38/hr (Depending on experience)

Our client creates leading-edge communication technologies that serve the needs of the mining, railroad (freight), oil & gas, and public and private infrastructure markets. As a family-owned business with more than 30 years in the industry, they pride themselves in providing the best customer-based solutions and installation experience.

The RF Technician I or II performs service, installation, assembly, testing, and programming of company products. Travel to customer sites is an essential part of the role and all tasks are to be performed to the highest safety standards. Candidates must have experience with 2-way Radios such Motorola and Kenwood.

Field Installation Duties – performed at remote field locations:

– Install and service digital communication and tracking systems at customer sites.

– Terminate & install amplifiers, cable, power supplies and antennas and measure RF and DC system variables.

– Install tracking RFID equipment and software and enclosures and fixtures.

– Installation of cable and equipment requires team handling of large spools of cables and drilling of concrete.

Project Coordination and Other General Duties:

– Design, assemble and test products to meet customer specifications.

– Read schematics and troubleshoot components to board level.

– Program radio equipment.

– Set up equipment for installations and assist in laying out project design.

– Complete test and acceptance reports.

– Train customers in system operation troubleshooting.

– Test AC and DC electrical specifications per MSHA installation requirements and repair and trouble shoot defective units.

– Document process, production, and accounting reports.

Minimum qualifications and experience:

– An Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a college or technical school in electronic technology; or 2 years related work experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Electronic Technology.

– Proficiency in radio programming software and familiarity with windows systems.

– Ability to use wide variety of power and hand tools.

– Experience using RF test equipment – network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, and oscilloscope.

– A background in 2-way radio systems (Motorola or Kenwood preferred).

– Demonstration of basic skills in mechanical and electrical applications.

– Valid driver’s license.

– Motorola IP Site Connect and Motorola Link Capacity Plus experience is a plus!

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Many tasks will be repetitive, and some may be strenuous. Tasks may be required to be performed in confined spaces and in disagreeable conditions including but not limited to: dirt, dust, fumes, noise, heat, cold, uneven footing, and wet conditions. Some bucket truck and/or ladder work will be required.

PHYSICAL DEMAND This position involves lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, shoveling, manipulating, and keying/typing.

***The ability to pass a required drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana use as allowed by Federal Law, is required.