MTN Nigeria a top Telecommunication Company in Nigeria is recruiting for Field Support Engineer
Job Title: Field Support Engineers
Department: Network Group
Location: Kano, Enugu, Lagos, Oyo, Abuja, Delta, Rivers


Job Description: 
Perform routine O&M procedures as prescribed for the Power, Transmission and BTS Radio networks
React to emergency faults and ensure that all faults are rectified promptly within contracted SLA
Ensure provision of power (requisite quality) to all sites within purview 24 hours a day
Implement cross connect equipment in his designated area of the MTN Network
Compile information on and report on the availability of the transmission network in light of the Service Level Agreement (SLA)
To swiftly diagnose and clear any faults or alarms assigned by trouble ticket or ensure escalation within time period stipulated in SLAs to correct parties if unable to fix. To close or forward all trouble tickets promptly
Maintain a sound working relationship between the network operations section and all associated parties within the company and external
Implement approved software changes as directed with change requests
Ensure maintenance work undertaken by contractors meets MTN Nigeria’s specification
Ensure that all planned network expansions take place on schedule, Transmission spectrum, transceiver upgrades and downgrades rectifier upgrades etc to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain a comprehensive set of records of all transmission links, BTS sites, power equipment and spares for all sites within designated area
Ensure all security and network integrity documentation is completed and adhered to
Liaise with diesel contractors to ensure on schedule d supply of diesel to sites within purview
Job Conditions:
Tool of trade vehicle provided Normal MTNN working conditions National travel and a valid drivers license On stand by 24/7 through out the year Overtime and the performance of call out duties are essential Driving in high risk areas and traveling high mileages is mandatory Working at elevated heights and in extreme environmental conditions is a requirement The use of safety climbing equipment while working at elevated heights is compulsory
Reporting To: Team Lead Field Services
Required Skills:
- Four (4) years RF & BTS transmission and electrical experience with a GSM or Wireless Telecom operator
- Experience in transmission and radio planning is desirable
- Two(2) years experience in design, implementation and maintenance of power and cooling systems preferable in the
- Telecommunications industry
- Radio frequency propagation and radio/Micro wave equipment installation and or maintenance
- Experienced in climbing towers
- Computer literate with Windows and MS Office experience
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification: 
B.Sc Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunication)/Mechanical Engineering
This vacancy expires on 1st April 2010