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Systems Technologist


Reference Number: SMDCST90

Systems Technologist
experience  Not Disclosed
location  Washington, DC
duration  13.0 Months
salary  Not Disclosed
jobtype  Not Disclosed
Industry  Transportation
duration  $31/hour - $36/hour
Job Description

Description:

Role Overview
This position involves close supervision, detailed instructions, and constant performance checks. The technician will provide post-sale installation and maintenance support for communication products, including:

Hardware installations
Site equipment audits
Customer service response in a break-fix environment

Primary Focus: Mobile and station work associated with Conventional, SmartNet Trunking, and Paging Systems for single-site customers.

Key Responsibilities
Programming of mobile and portable radios, and infrastructure (training provided)
Organize and pack radio kits for shipment
Data entry into MS Excel and MS Word forms, including barcode scanning
Equipment handling: Unloading/loading pallets
Pick and pack radio system parts/kits per customer specifications
Inventory management: Assist with stock take and maintain subscriber inventory accuracy
Receiving & dispatching subscriber goods
PC Desktop Support/System Admin Level 1

Required Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with basic communication concepts
Basic understanding of RF, telecommunications, and computer networking
General/intermediate knowledge of computer hardware and applications for troubleshooting
Ability to use basic electronic level meters (DVM, Scope, Wattmeter)


Education & Experience
Associates Degree, Technical Certificate, or Military Training
2 years technical work experience


Role Responsibilities
Check and program radios, routers, switches, and desktop PCs


Must-Have Qualifications
Ability to log into computers
Update info in spreadsheets (Excel / Google Sheets)
Update data in homegrown systems
Follow instructions
Customer-facing experience

Nice-to-Have Skills
Client radio experience
PC help desk support
Programming & test equipment
Networking experience

Physical Requirements
Lifting: 20–50 lbs (assisted lift for 35 lbs+)
Climbing: Ladders to elevated platforms or rooftop penthouse


Notes:

Work Schedule: Mon–Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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