Field Engineer - Cellular Site Maintenance

About the role

Digicel is looking for a Field Engineer in Kingston to operate and maintain its cellular sites so that they stay available and deliver quality service. The role covers hands-on maintenance of telecom equipment and reporting on site performance.

Key responsibilities

• Install and upgrade hardware and software on telecom and related power systems
• Respond to emergencies and potential failures on the network
• Create and maintain network documentation
• Carry out reactive and proactive maintenance on all telecom equipment
• Prepare outage and maintenance reports for cellular sites and related nodes
• Perform any other related duties assigned

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering (GTI or university)
• At least 5 years' experience in one or more of: AC and DC power systems, cellular transmission systems, or BTS/Node B equipment
• Licensed driver able to drive manual transmission vehicles
• Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends

Required skills

• Computer literacy, Microsoft Office and internet use
• Networking concepts: IP addressing, VLANs, Ethernet and routing
• Radio frequency spectrum, radio transceivers, antennas and feeder systems
• AC and DC power generation and distribution
• Fast learning and on-the-spot troubleshooting using technical manuals