Field Technician – Western Idaho & Oregon Highlands

T-Mobile

. Provide technical support to resolve network performance issues and contribute to outage resolution .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $27 - $49 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in wireless telecommunications, including Radio Access Network (RAN) architecture and operations, while providing hands-on technical support and project management for network performance and reliability across multiple sites.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wireless Telecommunications ExperienceRadio Access Network (RAN) KnowledgeProject Management SkillsNetwork Troubleshooting AbilityMicrosoft Office Suite Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Network Performance OptimizationRF Transmitters KnowledgeAntenna Systems UnderstandingMicrowave Radio Systems5G NR Standards FamiliarityBase Station Equipment MaintenanceDisaster Recovery ProtocolsInternet Protocol UnderstandingBackup Power Systems ExperienceField Operations Experience

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailExcellent Communication SkillsBasic Leadership SkillsAbility to Prioritize TasksAutonomous Decision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Ericsson RANCeragon TechnologyNokia Cell Site RoutersIP BackhaulEXFO Test Sets

Certifications & Qualifications

Ongoing Training Certifications

Industry Keywords

Field OperationsMaintenance ActivitiesNetwork Performance IssuesOutage ResolutionLocation-Based Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical support to resolve network performance issues and contribute to outage resolution
Manage smaller projects or project segments and deliver accurate status and progress updates
Identify and recommend process improvements related to maintenance and repair activities
Assist in developing job aids, scopes of work and procedural documentation with senior technicians
Complete required training to maintain knowledge of systems, products and organizational standards
Maintain and improve network performance and reliability across approximately 200 sites
Support radio access networks, backhaul, signaling, disaster recovery, data services and location-based services
Coordinate after-hours outage response with NOC teams, utilities and vendors when needed
Perform other duties and projects assigned by business management
Travel throughout western Idaho, the Boise metro area, the Magic Valley and eastern Oregon, including rural and mountainous terrain

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)
2-4 years working experience in Field Operations and maintenance
2-4 years wireless telecommunications or related experience
Basic operational knowledge of electronics and interconnecting circuits, including RF transmitters, antenna systems, AAV, fiber, microwave radio and AC-DC power systems
Practical knowledge of Radio Access Network (RAN) architecture, components and operations
Understanding of wireless backhaul technologies and configurations, including microwave and fiber-based solutions
Demonstrated experience with, or ability to learn, RAN equipment and 5G NR standards
Working knowledge of base station equipment, installation, configuration and maintenance
Ongoing training, certifications and hands-on skill development
Familiarity with disaster recovery protocols and contingency plans
Ability to diagnose and resolve network issues across hardware and software systems
Project management skills
Ability to provide hands-on technical support
Attention to detail
Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues and make autonomous field decisions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and similar productivity tools
Understanding of Internet Protocol and willingness to use AI-driven tools
Flexible hours, including day and night work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotation
Ability to lift 50-70 pounds and work outdoors in the elements
At least 21 years of age to operate a company assigned vehicle
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to safely operate a vehicle, including towing equipment trailers, in adverse conditions (Preferred)
Experience with backup power systems, Ericsson RAN, Ceragon and Ericsson transport technology, Nokia cell site routers and IP backhaul, and EXFO test sets (Preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Preferred)
Basic leadership skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks (Preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Free, year-round money coaches
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Up to 12 paid holidays
Paid parental and family leave
Family building benefits
Back-up care
Enhanced family support
Childcare subsidy
Tuition assistance
College coaching
Short- and long-term disability
Voluntary AD&D coverage
Voluntary accident coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Voluntary long-term care insurance
Mobile service and home internet discounts
Pet insurance
Commuter and transit programs
Career growth and development opportunities