Service Technician

Do you enjoy a hands-on approach and learning about new technology?

We are looking for a driven Service Technician to join our two-way radio service team based in Saskatoon, SK. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Key Duties:

• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a professional attitude and demeanor.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic equipment, including radio receiver and transceiver units, pagers, cell-phone boosters, accessories, coaxial cable, and test equipment.
• Program radio equipment for the sales and service department, and design and build various hardware to perform this function.
• Install communications equipment in shop and field environments, as well as in buildings and various kinds of vehicles (i.e., police automobiles, ambulances, trucks, etc.).
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all customer and/or company owned wide area systems.
• Provide internal advice on technical matters concerning radio and test equipment to the sales and service departments.

Qualifications:

• A recognized certificate or diploma in a related field such as Electronics Systems Engineering Technology, Telecommunications Systems Technician, Digital Communications and Wireless Technologies or RF Electronics (an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered).
• 3 years' experience in a similar role is preferred, but will train the right individual.
• Experience in repair and programming two-way radios, antennae, coax cable and connectors and remote terminals is an asset.
• Be mechanically inclined and able to work with and maintain hand tools and small power tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to install software.
• Must be able to travel long distances and possess a valid Driver's License and valid passport for travel to customer sites and training requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance .
• Must comply to drug and alcohol testing as required by customers for site access.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up weights to a maximum of 50 lbs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and vision plans.
• Employee Retention Programs including Long Term Service Awards and Education Assistance Program.
• RRSP Matching Program.
• Professional Training and development.
• Continuous support to succeed in your role.

If you are looking to join a dynamic team that is results-oriented, adaptable, and possess a positive can-do attitude, we welcome your application submission.

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Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Prairie Mobile Communications is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saskatoon, SK S7K 5W3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)
• Passport (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (required)

Work Location: In person