Electronic Systems Technicians

Position

Electronic and System Technician

Operations/Service Manager

Non-exempt

Market value/Non-Exempt/Pay based on experience

• Ability to troubleshoot RF communication system equipment, including mobile radio units, antennas, video recording systems, mobile data systems, in vehicles and businesses.
• Work in PSAP 911 centers and tower sites to coordinate and solve technical issues.
• Hook up special industry test equipment for RF communications testing.

• Install, diagnose, program, and repair various analog and digital communication equipment.
• Use a variety of test equipment for repairs and programming needs.
• Operate hand and power tools.
• Determine material needs and order materials for the maintenance or replacement of equipment or systems.
• Complete all required service paperwork and records and submit to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency repair needs.

• Post‑high‑school electronic education or training preferred; experience may substitute for education.
• Ability to keep up with industry training, including traveling to schools and seminars.

• Possession of hand tools common to the trade (wire crimpers, multi‑meter, ability to solder).
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of materials, tools, and methods common to the trade.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and safety regulations.
• Reading and writing communication skills.

• Travel to tower sites and assist or troubleshoot system equipment.
• Read plans and interpret customer specifications.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Maintain daily records.
• Follow Ka‑Comm. Inc. rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• The opportunity to climb towers is available; additional compensation is provided for tower climbs over 50 ft. Climbing less than 50 ft is part of the basic job function.
• If you lack the ability to climb or are uncomfortable with this task, it does not affect our decision for the position.

• Indoor and outdoor setting, work around machinery with moving parts.
• Drive a company vehicle to conduct work.

Strength and energy to maintain a daily work schedule up to 10 hours per day involving driving; physical lifting up to 50 lbs with assistance; ability to communicate with customers and co‑workers; sitting or standing for extended periods; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead to make repairs and lift heavy objects.

Eligibility:
Full‑time employees, starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment.

• Health Insurance
• Aflac (30 hours/week) – Full line of products:
  Cancer, Accident, Vision, Dental, Hospital Protection, Life, and Hospital Intensive Care; employees should meet with an Aflac representative to set up benefits.
• New York Life (FT‑40)
• Simple IRA (FT‑40) – Company match up to 3% after 6 months; managed by Morgan Stanley.
• Paid Holidays (FT‑40 or PT with 5 consecutive years) – New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 24 hours of PTO at the beginning of each year; new hires receive prorated PTO based on hire date.
• Additional PTO for Years of Service – 1st year: 40 hours (prorated); 2nd year: 80 hours; 10th year: 120 hours.

Benefit package subject to change by Ka‑Comm., Inc.