Job Description

Position: Network Engineer/RF Systems

Reports to: Operations/Service Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

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Salary grade level : Market value/Non-Exempt

Position Function :

• Troubleshoot and help coordinate the installation and set-up of computer network systems.
• The ability to work in 911 dispatch centers and tower sites to coordinate and solve technical issues.
• The position may include hooking up special industry test equipment for RF (Radio Frequency) communications testing.   

Primary duties:

E=Essential Functions

• Establish and maintain network performance per customer specifications(E)
• Use a variety of test equipment for repairs and programming needs (E)
• The ability to build network configurations and connections to include troubleshooting problems (E)
• Determine material needs, and order materials for the maintenance or replacement of equipment or systems. (E)
• Define document and enforce system standards (E)
• Update data servers and all network equipment (E)
• Complete all required service paperwork and records and submit to appropriate personnel in a timely manner (E)
• Ability to work in a individual and team settings with RF Technicians and sales personnel (E)
• Respond to emergency repair needs (E)
• Attend industry trainings and education opportunities. (E)
• Ability to travel to different work locations (E) 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Post high school network training and education to include a BA in computer science, information technology and/or related field.  
• Experience may substitute for education.
• The ability to keep up industry training. This may include travel to schools and seminars
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Network administration

License and other requirements:

• Possession of a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass background tests for entry into sensitive customer locations

Knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of :

• Networking design, implementation, and troubleshooting
• Project management
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• LAN Knowledge
• Network Hardware Configuration
• Network Tuning

Additional requirements:

• 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

Working Conditions:

Environment

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

Physical requirements

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

Benefits:

Eligibility: Full-Time employees, starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment.

1. Health Insurance 

2. 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

3. New York Life (FT-40)

4. Simple IRA (FT-40)

   • Company match up to 3% after 6 months
   • Managed by Morgan Stanley

5. 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

6. Paid Time Off (PTO)

   • 24 hours of PTO at the beginning of each year
   • New hires receive prorated PTO based on hire date

7. Additional PTO for Years of Service

   • 1st year: 40 hours (prorated based on start date)
   • 2nd year: 80 hours
   • 10th year: 120 hours

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

About Us:

Since 1960, Ka-Comm Inc., has been providing mission based critical communcation services throughout the midwest. We are in your schools, manufacturing facilities and your public safety community. We accomplish this by providing extensive knowledge with communication equipment and service. Our teams include installation and electronic system technicians, sales and administrative support across 6 different locations.

As technology changes, so do we. We educate and equip customers with the ability to migrate into the latest communication equipment system upgrades. This includes conventional and digital two-way radio systems operating in UHF,VHF and 800Mhz frequency bands.

See how you can be apart of a company based on family values, service and support.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted..

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join our dedicated team at  Ka-Comm., Inc. !

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