Company SummaryDISH, an EchoStar Company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products, and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.Department SummaryOur Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:
Ensure continuous operation of Dish Broadcast Center services and provide exemplary customer support to all internal and external customers
Perform periodic walk-through inspections to check the health of all Earth Station Operations systems and equipment
Conduct periodic cleaning and maintenance of all ESO equipment, including antenna systems, transmitters, frequency converters, redundancy switching units, and antenna control equipment
Construct and install waveguide assemblies, cables, and fiber-optic systems
Install, calibrate, clean, configure, troubleshoot and repair High Power Amplifiers and Variable Phase Combiners (VPCs)
Install electronic components using high reliability soldering techniques
Terminate cables using proper tools and techniques
Use appropriate test equipment, proper procedures, and sound technical skills to assess a variety of RF equipment using the following types of test equipment (not all inclusive): Spectrum Analyzer, signal generator, multimeter, fiber-optic test set, scalar network analyzers and RF detection equipment
Use monitor and control systems to investigate issues and trend data on the health of Earth Station equipment
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal and safety regulations
Generate and complete purchase orders, shipping documents, shift log entries, maintenance tickets, and other maintenance documentation
Receive training and maintain progress with department on-the-job training program
Perform component-level troubleshooting and repair of electronics systems
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned
Skills, Experience and RequirementsEducation and Experience:
3-9+ years of progressively related experience; High School Diploma/GED, or vocational education preferred
Skills and Requirements:
US citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident status
Must have completed a basic electronic course from an accredited technical school, university or Military technical school
Ability to lift 75 pounds
Ability to work at heights of up to 75 feet, climb vertical ladders up to 30 feet
Must have a valid state-issued Driver’s Licenses
Shift work required - must be able to productively work in a fast paced 24x7x365 environment and on any shift - Days, Swings, Overnights. Occasional overtime is required
Ability to promote a positive environment, demonstrate respect, clarify expectations, and keep commitments
Ability to communicate system/equipment issues and provide updated statuses of system/equipment problems
Ability to approach work with energy and determination
Proven team player with strong customer service orientation
Adaptability: Deals with ambiguity and adapts to uncertain or unexpected high-pressure situations in a calm and rational manner
Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as operating manuals, instructions, procedures, and technical drawings
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Experience with computers and computer software programs such as MS Excel and Word and Google Applications
Ability to safely and properly use hand/power tools
Ability to use a two-way radio for site communications
Ability to characterize and define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw meaningful conclusions
Salary RangesCompensation: $26.00/Hour - $30.50/HourBenefitsWe offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless.Consistent with this commitment, DISH will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others, or is otherwise not required by law.