Earth Station Operations Senior Technician
Company: Dish
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business
reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and
on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile
plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes
and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our 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 Responsibilities
DISH is seeking an Earth Station Operations (ESO) Senior Technician
who can assist in the fabrication, installation, maintenance, and
repair of the radio-frequency (RF) equipment used in large-scale
satellite downlink and uplink operations. The qualified individual
must be able to function robustly on rotational shift schedules
within a team environment. The right candidate will also be
required to work outdoors in all elements, be able to lift 75
pounds, climb ladders, operate a motor vehicle and work at heights
up to 50 feet. Rotating shift work, working during holidays and
weekends will also be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure continuous customer support to all EchoStar, Dish
Network and all other internal and external customers using SOP
related procedures. Works under the immediate supervision of the
shift Supervisor
- Perform antenna maintenance, which includes; repairing,
cleaning, lubrication, and servicing of antenna tracking and deice
systems. Requires ability to climb ladders and work at heights in
an aerial lift
- Use common RF test equipment such as multi-meters, spectrum
analyzers, signal generators, power meters, synthesized sweepers,
and network analyzers to troubleshoot and repair transmission
equipment
- Use monitor and control systems to trend data and perform
periodic inspections to check the health of all Earth Station
equipment. Including manual snow/ice removal from antennas
- Perform periodic cleaning, maintenance, and repair of ESO
equipment. Including antennas, transmitters, frequency converters,
switch units, antenna control equipment, and fiber optic
equipment
- Use common hand and power tools such as soldering irons, torque
wrenches, hammers, screw drivers, pliers and wrenches, sockets,
drills, saws, and crimping tools to complete projects and repairs
to earth station equipment
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) degree in RF
Technologies/Satellite Communications or; a basic electronics
course completion from a military technical school or accredited
technical school/university is a plus
- 2-7 years of RF related work experience suggested experience
also preferred. High School Diploma preferred
Skills and Qualifications:
- A valid DOT motor vehicle license is required to operate our
aerial lift. The aerial lift is operated on company property and
parking lots in the vicinity of other motor vehicles to access
antenna components outside of the personnel safety boundaries
installed on the antennas.
Other physical job requirements that are necessary that require ADA
acknowledgement:
- Climbing - Must be able to climb a vertical ladder unassisted
in excess of 30 feet in order to access equipment installed on
antenna platforms
- Lifting - Ability to move or lift 75lbs. Required to move
klystron tubes into and out of their transmission cabinets; this
also meets the requirement to be able to rake snow out of antenna
reflectors
- Heights - Must be able to work at heights up to 50 feet.
Required to work on antenna heaters and components in the aerial
lift
- Weather - Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather
and in areas that are slippery or have uneven surfaces; required to
clear antennas of snow and ice or conduct antenna repairs during
the heat of the day
- Shiftwork - Must be able to work any shift in a 24x7x365
environment in order to meet the needs of Dish customers
- Must be able to stand, climb, walk, climb and reach while
performing the duties of the job
- The ability to respond to audible and visual alarms
- The ability to monitor services that include adult content
without objections
Preferred skills and abilities include:
- Ability to prepare and analyze technical drawings using Visio
or CAD. Able to use the Google Suite of applications and databases
to ensure O&M methods are documented and conform to established
standards and departmental requirements
- Familiarity in IP Networking and Security protocols
- Data gathering and analysis tool experience such as Grafana or
Splunk
- Ability to calculate and analyze satellite communications data
to include; link budgets for satellite communications, antenna gain
measurements, transmission power calculations, EIRP measurements
and path loss determination
- Experience in configuring and maintaining servers; ability to
setup and maintain server hardware, software, including operating
systems and applications
- Computer programming ability (Python, Java Script or PHP) along
with automation or orchestration techniques
- GIS software experience to include map overlays and dataset
queries within
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $20.70/Hour - $29.60/Year
Benefits
We 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.
This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position
is filled.
Keywords: Dish, Cheyenne , Earth Station Operations Senior Technician, Professions , Cheyenne, Wyoming
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