Job Description

** This position is based in Fort McMurray, AB **

This role is a 1-YEAR CONTRACT to start, with the potential for extension
Fly In/Fly Out (FIFO | 7/7 Rotation | Camp Work
FREE Flights from Edmonton/Calgary, AB
There is an option to Relocate to Fort McMurray, if you are interested.

TRIDON OFFERS:

Competitive Wages
Company-Paid Benefits
FREE Housing & Relocation Assistance Provided
On the job training
Manufacturer Provided Training
Opportunity to advance and grow within a rapidly growing company

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Radio Technician/Installer is responsible for programming, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing communications equipment both at the repair center and on-site. This role supports the deployment and maintenance of radio systems across the project, ensuring equipment is installed and functioning according to project specifications and safety standards

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Testing by means of watt meter, multimeter, antenna diagnostics, DTF, basic service monitor use, modulation, channel bandwidths and signal levels
Install wireless communications equipment in stationary and mobile applications including light, medium & heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
Basic RF
Reading and understanding of engineering drawings/documents
Adherence to all Safety policies and procedures
Demonstrate professionalism & acts as ambassador of Tridon
Install, maintain, and repair LTE Data radio wired/wireless LAN and WAN data networks
Program radio equipment
Install omni directional antennas
Complete accurate Job Hazard Assessments (JHA’s) and Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA)
Complete required inspection sheets (Vehicle)
Assist, guide, and mentor employees and/or trainees
Participate in travel, overtime, and on-call duties as required
Site surveys
Antenna diagnostics
Advanced radio programming
RF cable testing, using an Anritsu S331E analyzer
Network data cable testing using Fluke DSX5000
Ability to perform electrical AC/DC voltage checks and continuity checks.
Knowledge of M12 connectors, D coded and X coded
IP Basics
Loss calculations
Cable management
Advanced diagnostics
Provide own basic tools
Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

A 2-year diploma in Electronics or Communications Engineering Technology, or a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or a related field
3+ years of relevant work and field experience
Basic diagnostic and radio programming
Ability to use a multimeter to test various radio functionality parameters as well as a spectrum analyzer
Basic point to point and point to multipoint microwave deployment and setup experience
Experience installing portable audio or radio equipment into all forms of light duty and heavy-duty vehicles
Electrical Wiring codes and best practices
Knowledge of hand and power tools, test equipment and design/fabrication techniques
Experience working with Wireless networking switches and routers
Hands-on Tools & Test Equipment: Knowledge of hand and power tools, test equipment, and design/fabrication techniques.

Asset

Experience working with Motorola and Kenwood portable radio equipment
Experience with large volume radio systems directly on client site
Prior experience working with Motorola, Kenwood, Icom or Harris Radios an asset
Trailer towing and heaving construction or mine driving experience an asset
Prior work experience in heavy industry, oil and gas, and or mining sector

Other Requirements

Full, valid, and current driver’s license
Clean 5-year driver’s abstract
Clear Criminal Background Check
Successful completion of a Pre-Access Drug & Alcohol test, with ongoing random testing as required by clients

ABOUT US:

Tridon Communications is a full solution Telecom Systems Integrator with CSA certification and licensed by APEGA. Our Engineering, Service, Data, and Tower Divisions collaborate with customers to build custom solutions for their communication needs. We have been supplying communication products and services to Alberta industry since 1981. We operate seven service shops in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Edson, Hinton, Calgary, Saskatoon & Terrace British Columbia.

WE ARE A:

MOTOROLA Platinum Service Centre
KENWOOD Authorized Dealer
State of the Art CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Certified Repair Centre
COR Certified Employer

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Communications Group Fort McMurray Ltd

Open Positions

Radio Technician/Installer