Field Service Technician II Chicago, IL (Elmhurst) - BearCom

Largest Distributor of Wireless Voice, Data, and Video Solutions in North America

40+ Years Industry-Leading Experience

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5+ years of Service Technician experience in diagnosing, repairing, programming, and installing Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Vertex equipment in the 2-way radio wireless and /or communication field. (if not military experienced)

Extensive knowledge and understanding of 2-way radio theory, RF propagation characteristics at various frequency bands and communications systems.

Ability to interpret schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.

Knowledge of battery backup systems, base stations, repeaters, multicouplers, and duplexers, TCP/IP principles and NIC programming.

Proficiency in operating various test equipment including but not limited to, spectrum analyzers, system analyzers, watt meters, TDRs, FDRs, and multi-meters.

Proficiency in designing, troubleshooting, and installing Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Bidirectional Amplifier (BDA) systems. (remove if not BDA tech)

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

CET Certification a plus. Journeyman level must be attained within 6 months of employment.

Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent.

R56 Certified Installer.

Motorola Astro 4x-7x training providing support for various system operations.

Certification in various Astro 25 products (Quantar, GTR8000, MCC5500/7500, etc..)

Certification in various MotoTRBO products and systems (Connect+, Capacity+, Linked Capacity+, IP Site Connect, Capacity Max etc.).

Knowledge of audio, RF, digital, and microprocessor electronic circuits found in communications equipment at the component level.

Security Clearance preferred. (remove unless specific to geography like Chantilly)

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Drug screenings and background checks are part of the hiring process which may also include a Motor Vehicle Record check.

Benefits:

BearCom wants to elevate your professional growth! We place high value in investing in the development of our team members and advancing your technical capabilities. BearCom can provide extensive on-the-job training, and covers all fees associated with most professional certifications.

You’ll also receive:

Highly Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life, Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Matching 401k Plan

Use of Company Vehicle

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

BearCom is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other disability protected by law. All employment is decided based upon qualifications, merit and business need.