Senior Radio Communications Technician

Tridon Communications is looking for an experienced Radio Communications Technician to join our growing team in Saskatoon, SK.

What You Bring:

You have good analytical, problem solving, trouble shooting and technical skills. You bring a can-do attitude, practice safety first and are not afraid of hard work. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or a degree in electronics or wireless engineering with hands on experience testing, installing, programming, and repairing wireless and electronic communication systems and equipment.

Must Haves:

• 2-year diploma in electronics engineering technology or related field/ 4-year bachelor’s degree in electronics combined with related work experience
• 5 + years of direct industry work experience
• Valid Canadian Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record within the last 5 years
• Be able to provide a criminal record check
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing for access to site

Ideal Skills:

• Hands on experience working with conventional, trunking, and P25 radio systems in industrial environments
• Experience working with portable and mobile radio equipment with basic diagnostic and radio programming
• Experience installing radio and communications related equipment on light and heavy-duty vehicles
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, test equipment and design/fabrication techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with clients and team members

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Company paid benefits
• Company RRSP Matching up to 2%
• Up to 5 additional paid days off for Years of Service
• On the job training
• Manufacturer provided training

About Us:

Tridon Communications is a full solution Telecom Systems Integrator with CSA certification and licensed by APEGA. Our Engineering, Service, Data Communications, Security and Tower Divisions collaborate with customers to build custom solutions for all of their wireless communication needs. We have been supplying communication products and services to Alberta industry since 1981. We operate ten service shops in Fort McMurray, Edmonton, Edson, Hinton, Calgary, Athabasca, Saskatoon & Terrace British Columbia.

Tridon is a:

• MOTOROLA Platinum Service Centre
• KENWOOD Authorized Dealer
• TELUS Customer Care Centre
• State of the Art CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Certified Repair Centre
• COR Certified Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Telecom Industry: 5 years (preferred)
• Radio Frequency/Programming/Trouble Shooting: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Location: One location