Wireless Field Engineer

Information Systems of Maryland is actively seeking qualified candidates to fill a Wireless Field Engineer position.

To learn more about our firm, go to https://www.is-md.com.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Field Engineer will provide expertise in on-site construction, support, and maintenance of the Towerstream Wireless infrastructure.  Field Engineer I will plan and manage various aspects of new site acquisitions and build.  Consult with building engineers regarding new or ongoing projects. Field Engineer I will be able to exercise sound technical judgment and discipline in the execution of system changes and deployment plans.

ORGANIZATIONAL STATUS:

This position reports to the General Manager and will interface with many types of personnel and customer(s).

SKILLS, ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install and maintain Wireless Backbone Infrastructure
• Tower climbing is a requirement for this job
• Plan and lead network projects within the assigned market to include:
  • New POP build-out
  • Identify system expansion and equipment upgrade requirements
  • Identify physical requirements to support system capacity expansion
  • Maintain liaison relations with building management/local contractors to ensure company can maintain all required services to its customers
• Implement new, and upgrade existing technology, or trouble-shoot to better optimize performance
• Provide support to and for other departments as needed
• Maintains a high level of professional expertise in Wireless Technologies

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Integrity: The candidate must be honest and ethical at all times.
• Work Ethic: The candidate must be dependable, hardworking, and willing to go the extra mile.
• Team Player: The candidate must be collaborative and work well with others.
• Positive Attitude and Enthusiasm: The candidate must focus on the positive and not the negative. The candidate must also exude a “can do” attitude.
• Adaptability and Flexibility:The candidate will be someone who is not resistant to change and able to adapt to a new direction, often at a moment's notice.
• Effective Communication and Confidence: The candidate will be someone who is a good listener and who must clearly articulate their ideas verbally or via written form.
• Openness and Receptivity to Feedback:The candidate must be able to accept feedback, learn from it, and grow from the feedback, positive or negative.
• Creative Thinking:  The candidate should be an individual who is intentional about innovating and “thinking outside the box”.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: The candidate must be able to see the link between different aspects of the organization and creatively find solutions to problems.
• Entrepreneurial Thinking: The candidate must have clarity on why we are in business, how we overcome challenges and capitalize on our experience and knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree; Candidate can supplement degree requirement with 6 years of functional and verifiable work experience.

Experience:

• College or Technical degree preferred, or equivalent hands-on work experience; 3-5 years relevant technical experience required.
• Current Tower Safety and Rescue Certification (ComTrain or Equivalent preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of data and wiring industry standards
• Working knowledge of RF industry standards
• Previous experience in Wireless/Cellular industry.
• Working knowledge of various Wireless vendor equipment
• Versed in PC usage and basic networking skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate technical information in non-technical terms
• Some travel required
• Ability to work off hours
• Appropriate vehicle for this type of work required

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience

AA/EOE