Jobs · Engineering · Pennsylvania

Field Service Technician II (P25)

Zachary Piper Solutions · Greensburg, PA · 1 wk ago
Engineering$60k–$78k/yrFull-time

Location: Greensburg, PA

About the role

Join a wireless communications team supporting the installation, programming, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mission-critical P25 wireless communication systems. This role provides hands-on technical expertise across P25 radio infrastructure and field systems while delivering exceptional customer service and developing solutions that meet complex customer requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair P25 and other wireless communications equipment, including UHF/VHF and 800/900 MHz radio systems, dispatch consoles, repeaters, base stations, BDA/DAS systems, and related infrastructure
  • Create and modify mid-level radio programming codeplugs, including configurations with 12+ channels, multiple zones, and trunking
  • Support Motorola Astro 25 systems and associated infrastructure, including Quantar, GTR8000, MCC5500/7500, and related P25 products
  • Diagnose complex RF and communications system issues using spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs/FDRs, multimeters, and other electronic test equipment
  • Interpret schematics, blueprints, diagrams, and technical documentation to support system installation, troubleshooting, and repair
  • Evaluate customer requirements and recommend appropriate radio equipment, hardware, and communications solutions
  • Troubleshoot and support repeaters, multicouplers, duplexers, battery backup systems, TCP/IP-connected communications equipment, and related wireless infrastructure
  • Provide professional customer service and technical support during field installations, service calls, and system maintenance
  • Travel regionally and/or overnight as required and participate in on-call support

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience diagnosing, repairing, programming, and installing two-way radio and wireless communications equipment; military communications experience may be considered in lieu of traditional industry experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with P25 radio systems and Motorola equipment, including Astro 25 platforms and related infrastructure
  • Demonstrated ability to create and troubleshoot complex radio codeplugs involving multiple channels, zones, and trunking
  • Extensive knowledge of two-way radio theory, RF propagation, communications systems, and wireless infrastructure
  • Proficiency troubleshooting RF and electronic systems using industry-standard test equipment and interpreting schematics and technical diagrams
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally and/or overnight and support on-call requirements
  • Experience with DAS/BDA systems, TCP/IP principles, and NIC programming is preferred
  • Motorola Astro 25, MotoTRBO, R56, CET, or related industry certifications are a plus
  • Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent technical education is preferred

Pay

Salary: $60,000–$78,000 depending on experience

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401k Plan
  • Company Vehicle
  • Paid Holidays, PTO
  • Life Insurance
  • Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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