Communication Systems Technician I

About the role

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Communication Systems Technician in the Statesboro, GA area to support our fast-growing MSS division.

Responsibilities

• Installing, programming, and maintaining complex communication equipment to get customers up and running.
• Fixing the system if things go wrong and bringing communications back online to public safety, hospitals, utilities, manufacturing, and other mission-critical customers.
• Designing and upgrading customer systems to the latest technologies and solutions.
• Assisting and collaborating well with the team, Service Manager, and customer.
• Demonstrating a willingness to learn and be mentored on a new technology in communications and equipment.
• Completing assigned tickets properly and on time.
• Making minor modifications to electronic circuitry per customer request and/or deploying factory software/firmware updates.
• Serving in an on-call rotation and providing 24/7 technical support.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years of experience in diagnosing, repairing, programming, and installing mobile communications equipment.
• Team-focused with a passion to meet customer needs.
• Strong communications skills for end users and third parties.
• Resourceful technicians sometimes need assistance/guidance from others.
• Understanding of / willingness to learn two-way radio theory.
• Experience operating testing equipment like spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs, FDRs, and multi-meters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a 7-year background check, motor vehicle check, and drug screen.

Qualifications

• A two-year degree in Electronics, IT, or applicable subject, preferred.
• P25 and/or MotoTRBO experience, preferred.
• CET certification, preferred.

Skills

• Understanding of / willingness to learn two-way radio theory.
• Experience operating testing equipment like spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs, FDRs, and multi-meters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Education Incentives

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

First shift hours Monday – Friday, with occasional 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends depending on project schedules.

Who We Are

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

Note

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. At MCA, we are “better together.”