Apprentice Associate, RF Engineering

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Radio Frequency Apprenticeship

Are you ready for a challenge that could launch your career? T-Mobile is revolutionizing the wireless industry for millions of customers nationwide. Working here means rolling up your sleeves and reinventing the status quo with a team that has your back every step of the way.

We are looking for a passionate person to join our Nevada RF Engineering Team! After successful fulfillment of demonstrated lessons of the 12-month Associate Radio Frequency Engineer Apprenticeship program, recipients will receive a certificate of completion from T-Mobile. Through the course of the apprenticeship, you will complete a series of proven lessons delivered through digital platforms, classroom training, one-on-one training with authorities, mentorship, experiential learning through on-the-job assignments, and completion of a final project.

Earners of the Apprenticeship certificate have successfully shown talent in the following knowledge and skills:

If you are passionate about Wireless Technology and demonstrate a familiarity with programming/coding, build/maintain databases, and create stunning visuals; then this is the perfect role for you.

Must be a resident of the State of Nevada to be considered for this role - role serves the Reno/Tahoe market

Description:

Participates on a team responsible for the Planning and Performance of GSM, UMTS, LTE, and NR networks for T-Mobile US. Provides recommendations to develop guidelines on the design, planning, capacity management, and deployment for the network market. Participates in the development of market standards, documents, processes, and practices.

Earners of the Apprenticeship certificate have successfully shown talent in the following knowledge and skills:

• Network site configuration, a familiarity with network hardware, important metrics, ONE score, network optimization, network design, network deployment, perform practical application, multi-functional activities, and provide project support.
• In addition to RF Engineering, will be an active member on a small team responsible for the creation of new Windows tools to improve efficiency for the RF Engineering Team. This includes Excel/Access Visual Basic (VBA), Ericsson Python API Automation, PowerBI and/or HTML5 Web-Based Charting & GIS visuals/reports, and database administrations (crafting tables procedures).
• The Radio Frequency Engineer Apprentice Certificate is issued automatically after the successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Position pays $23/hour with the opportunity for a $2/hour increase after seven months (based on performance)

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred - 1 year of Community College in an IT or computer subject area or Work Ready Certificate

Preferred Technical Proficiencies:

• Database Administration (design, building and maintaining structured databases) Databases Engines (e.g., MS SQL, MySQL, and/or MS Access) SQL coding Programming (visual basic, python, C#, and/or C++) Visualization Tools (e.g., PowerBI, Qlik, and/or Tableau) HTML5 Web Site Design (with JavaScript, CSS, PHP) Performs design of new site additions, sector additions and frequency overlays and prepares new site configuration data using Atoll Performs hourly and daily statistical monitoring and review of radio network key performance indicators (important metric)

Preferred Soft-Skills:

• Technical writing and presentation skills. Able to develop and articulate technical strategies. Self-motivated and can meet commitments. Strong problem solving and fixing skills.

T-Mobile Equal Employment Opportunity:

T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.

Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing or calling . Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related

At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to paid 12 holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - 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, and voluntary long-term care insurance.

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T-Mobile doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward.

T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.

Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing or calling . Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.