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Staff Technician - Field/Installation

Company: Hughes Network Systems
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit . Follow on Twitter.Hughes has an exciting opportunity for a RF/Field Technician for our team in the North America Service Delivery division! This key individual will work as part of a team in our facility in North Las Vegas (NLV), Nevada. -Responsibilities:

  • Preventive and corrective maintenance for the 30+ Jupiter sites across the U.S., 10+ dedicated customer RFT's.
  • Assist in maintaining the spare -pool of hardware for -the Jupiter product lines. This inventory is based out of the Detroit hub location and this individual will work closely with the Detroit personnel on aspects of the field service operation.
  • Assist in developing, updating and keeping -reference material as needed. -Field Responsibilities:
    • Oversee installation, testing, operations, and maintenance of satellite earth station equipment
    • Operate and maintain RFS, GSC, GBBF, MCP, SBSS, SBAS, and all mechanical and electrical elements of the Teleport.
    • Assume responsibility for escalation and emergency response requests in a 24 x 7 x 365 environment. Occasional work required during maintenance windows, outside of normal working hours.
    • Monitor power, HVAC, fire detection/suppression, and local security and monitoring systems.
    • Maintain equipment inventory and configuration management records, including software releases, patches, etc. Ensure compliance with applicable standards
    • Travel could be up to 50% or more on any given month and flexibility is a mustBasic Requirements:
      • Must have 3+ years of related experienceEssential Qualifications: -
        • Climb ladders to heights of up to 20 feet
        • Carry equipment up to 70 pounds
        • Work and manage in a 24 x 7 x 365 work environmentPreferred Qualifications:
          • Self-motivated and independent.
          • Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, customer relations, written and oral communication skills. -
          • Satellite Earth station RF equipment installation and maintenance experienceExpertise with all aspects of telecom transmission facilities, infrastructure, and circuit termination equipment
          • Experience with LAN/WAN industry standards, and working knowledge of TCP/IP and Ethernet configuration and functionality
          • Working knowledge of Unix/Linux systems
          • Experience with Cisco, HNS, CATV/IPTV and other Telco and IP protocol core network and equipment -
          • Basic electronics troubleshooting skills (ability to use and interpret readings from a range of test equipment including spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, protocol analyzer, power meter, DVM etc.)
          • Responsibilities and duties may evolve and expand, therefore flexibility and adaptation are important skills#LI-BL1

            Compensation RangeAnnual Salary: $49,000.00 - $70,000.00

            EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!
            • Financial: -401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
            • Work-Life Balance: -Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
            • Employee Incentives: -Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
            • Health: -Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

              EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. -U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.

Keywords: Hughes Network Systems, North Las Vegas , Staff Technician - Field/Installation, Professions , North Las Vegas, Nevada

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