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Candidate MUST have:
• Must be located in the Des Moines/Omaha Market and covering the surrounding area
• Must be willing to travel up to 80% of the time
• Would strongly benefit from having previous T-Mobile experience
• Must have Nokia installation and equipment knowledge
• Must Comply with attached travel policy

Summary:
Nokia Field Manager is responsible for supervising construction of cell sites by Nokia partners. This position is the understanding of Site Construction (site walks, installation, & acceptance), Commissioning and Integration and the ability to troubleshooting hardware/software systems. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to managing partner installation of 4G and 5G antenna components, radio components, RF Cabling, AC/DC wiring, various telecommunication equipment, fiber optics and overall testing.

Key Tasks
• Supervision of 4G and 5G antenna and associated mounting hardware, RF Fiber, AC/DC power cables with associated panels, terminals and connections installation.
• Support Troubleshooting activities when required – knowledge of RF and Fiber optic cables and connections.
• Manage the installation of radio cabinets, DC power and telecommunication equipment.
• Knowledge of proper use of bucket truck w/ aerial lift.
• Read, understand and interpret engineering work plans.
• Supervise the se a variety of telecommunication and construction equipment to complete installations.
• Understand proper use of hand and power tools.
• Ensure safe working environment – make sure partners follow safety guidelines with power and/or working at heights.
• Ability to follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.
• Ensures all local build standards and regulations are followed during Site Construction
• Perform Supplier Manager activities – crew capacity, rollout schedules, verify skills, payments (PO), Tools (NDPd, NDPc, RVS), H&S and Quality management.
• Daily interlock with Supplier (meetings, status, etc.)
• Validate Technical Site Surveys, Scoping packages and Bill of Materials deliverables.
• Coordinate Equipment repair and return
• Verification of Site quality throughout the implementation and acceptance processes.
• Acceptance or rejections of site acceptance documentation within tool landscape.
• Validation and approval of change request (scope changes, etc.)
• Installation, commissioning, operations, integration, and maintenance of cabinets.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reporting of all project activities.
• Ensure all closeout data has been compiled, reviewed, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs radio access nodes, core network transmission equipment on operational telecommunications networks.
• Interacts with other technicians and customer’s technical staff.
• Microwave installation, commissioning, and alignment.
• Understands and implements RAN, RF and Transmission designs.
• Basic knowledge of Antennae & RF configuration at cell sites.
• Grounding and various types of electrical voltages and safe connection methods.
• Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of equipment
• Knowledge of fiber tags, wax string, CX, RBS, WCDMA.
• Health &Safety standards implemented and followed.
• Capacity to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• A willingness to travel and/or work outdoors in all weather conditions when required.

The above are the key responsibilities for this position but does not restrict additional tasks from being assigned.

Other Requirements:
• Valid Driver’s License
• Two or more years of experience in a network rollout discipline
• Two or more years of experience in wireless industry
• First Aid Training/CPR preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification preferred.
• IC&I & Troubleshooting experience in UMTS, LTE, WCDMA, CDMA, & GSM. Certifications a plus!
• Electrical training with some telecommunications experience.
• Moderate to Expert knowledge utilizing Microsoft Tools Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of microwave and fiber transmission concepts.
• Flexibility in working hours and travel. Ability to travel overnight.
• A demonstrated understanding of multiple client network topologies and associated Radio access network (RAN) and Optical / Microwave Transmission infrastructure.
• Experience integrating and troubleshoot cabinets and rack mounted equipment.