Installation Technician Apprentice

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$21.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Install mobile, fixed radio and wireless communications equipment in the field or shop according to manufacturer and company guidelines. Maintain positive customer relations.

• Perform installations of mobile and fixed wireless communications equipment by assembling and bolting equipment onto support structure.
• Climb towers (if certified) and install cable and antenna consistent with project requirements and according to R56 installation and safety standards. May also deconstruct installation sites as required.
• Inventory and assemble parts prior to installation work to ensure correct parts are available on truck.
• Assist with optimization of equipment following installation to ensure it functions properly.
• Complete job tickets and time sheets to record installation work.
• Must be able to travel, this may be local, daily travel or overnight travel.
• Other duties as assigned.

• May occasionally be requested to complete additional assignments.

Position encounters recurring work situations of moderate complexity that occasionally vary from the norm. Position operates from established and well‑known procedures and receives moderate work supervision.

• Knowledge of basic electrical wiring.
• Mechanical ability to operate basic hand tools and power tools, and use basic electronic equipment (voltmeter, wattmeter, and soldering iron).
• Knowledge of basic electrical wiring, R56 grounding standards, tower certification, radio testing methods, basic equipment testing, AS400 operations, and using service monitor and radio programming software.
• Strong knowledge of installation procedures for alarms, wigwags, sirens, light bars, relays, and disguised radio installs.
• Good oral communication skills.

Some higher education or vocational training specializing in electronics plus 6‑12 months related experience installing mobile and fixed communications equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Work requires heavy lifting, constant standing, and extensive close work.

• Valid Driver’s License
• Clean Driving Record is required (Major infractions are a disqualifier. Examples: DUI, any drug motor vehicle offence, hit & run, reckless driving infractions, driving while suspended, passing a stopped school bus, involvement in a fatal accident, or 3 or more minor infractions within 3‑year period)

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