How do they match: Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers

  • RF Test Tech
  • Radio Tester
  • Radio Frequency Test Technician

  • Repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way radio communications systems used in cellular telecommunications, mobile broadband, ship-to-shore, aircraft-to-ground communications, and radio equipment in service and emergency vehicles. May test and analyze network coverage.

  • Test batteries, using hydrometers and ammeters, and charge batteries as necessary.
  • Test emergency transmitters to ensure their readiness for immediate use.
  • Test equipment functions such as signal strength and quality, transmission capacity, interference, and signal delay, using equipment such as oscilloscopes, circuit analyzers, frequency meters, and wattmeters.
  • Test operation of tower transmission components, using sweep testing tools or software.
  • Complete reports related to project status, progress, or other work details, using computer software.
  • Examine malfunctioning radio equipment to locate defects such as loose connections, broken wires, or burned-out components, using schematic diagrams and test equipment.
  • Install, connect, or test underground or aboveground grounding systems.
  • Locate tower sites where work is to be performed, using mapping software.

  • Test communications equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning.
  • Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.