Field Operations Manager

Company: Boingo
Location: Honolulu
Posted on: November 23, 2021

Job Description:

Field Operations Manager - Wi-Fi We are looking for a self-starter, highly motivated individual, who is also comfortable with collaboration and cooperation with other functional groups and is able to stay focused and organized in times of intense activity. Success in this position will require the ability to understand and comply with customer technical, installation and aesthetic requirements relative to Wi-Fi installations in government and commercial buildings with diverse floor plans and construction. cStrong planning, scheduling, management and communication skills as well as attention to detail are absolute requirements in this role. You will be responsible for planning and managing the installation of wireless network at various venues in the eastern region. Responsibilities * Inform customer personnel of up-coming Wi-Fi service and installation activities * Conduct site survey of local area and buildings * Identify typical and unique building architecture, floor plans and construction techniques * Prepare or oversee the preparation of installation drawings in accordance with * Boingo engineering technical requirements * Customer requirements * US Government Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) (as required) * Base Exterior Architecture Plan (BEAP) (as required) * Other applicable documents * Installation subcontractor bid requirements * Prepare area installation schedule * Prepare Statement of Work (SOW) * Provide clarification and/or answer questions during the bid process * Review installation subcontractor bid packages * Select installation subcontractor * Monitor and manage installation subcontractor(s) (wiring, racks, radios, electronics, link radio alignments, etc.) performance in accordance with * SOW * Schedule * Budget * Quality standards * Customer requirements * Ensure that all necessary keys or card keys are available to access utility chases, telecom rooms, electrical rooms, attics and roofs are available when needed * Oversee the preparation of as-built installation drawings in accordance with customer requirements * Ensure that any building, grounds or property damage resulting from the Wi-Fi installation is repaired to customer satisfaction * Prepare and submit status reports to customer * Support field and network engineers during testing phase as required * Support area marketing campaign as required Additional Responsibilities * Network monitoring and incident response * Outstanding troubleshooting and problem solving skills are a must. * Ability to install and configure switches, wireless controllers * Must have the ability to work well on a team as well as be able to work independently. * Must have the ability and proven skill set to manage, coordinate and prioritize work tasks to ensure timely and quality work. * Effectively work independently on projects/tasks * Perform analysis and diagnosis of complex networking problems * Work directly with customers on network access and network speed problems as Tier 2 customer support Requirements * Minimum of 3-5 years of operations management experience - inside plant or cable/telecommunications and Wi-Fi design, installation and optimization experience is strongly desired. * Experience with Wi-Fi access point and wireless controller configurations, preferably with Ruckus and Cisco equipment. * Needs to possess a functional understanding of various central office network elements * Must be able to gather and organize data, then make logical decisions based on that data and implement a solution. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Visio * Proficiency with Windows, Mac, and various handheld OS wireless network settings (to troubleshoot with customers) * Must be computer literate, and have the ability to learn new programs. * Must have good communication and interpersonal skills * Must meet physical requirements of the role which include gaining access to and working on building rooftops installing microwave equipment and able to carry 70+ lb. if needed. * Position will participate in on-call rotation to provide 24-hour support * Bachelor's Degree preferred * Must have car and be willing to travel within a region * Proficiency with switch configurations, including VLANs, trunking vs. access and other port settings * A working understanding of DHCP and DNS * IP addressing and subnetting * Knowledge of Wireless technology, including 802.11 b/g/n/ac and point-to-point radios * Knowledge and/or experience with microwave radios (Ruckus, Siklu, Ubiquity), Cisco switching, routing and wireless equipment * Experience with installation and maintenance of outdoor fixed wireless systems, including microwave, millimeter wave and unlicensed 5.8 GHz radios * CentOS Linux a plus, including DNS, DHCP, Radius, Apache, and NTP * Multicast IPTV experience a plus * Strong oral and written communication skills, highly detail oriented, goal oriented, and a strong desire to make a difference! Successful applicant must comply with the federal contractor Covid-19 Workplace Safety mandate requirements. Meet Boingo Boingo Wireless, Inc. (NASDAQ: WIFI) helps the world stay connected. Our vast footprint of Wi-Fi and cellular networks covers more than a million locations and reaches over a billion consumers annually - in places as varied as airports, stadiums, military bases, and multifamily communities. The Boingo platform drives revenue through various products, including Wi-Fi, DAS (cellular), Media, Wholesale, and more. We're an enthusiastic team, dedicated to growing our business by building amazing, valuable products.Boingo boasts a super-fun, collaborative work environment, with an annual pool tournament, Halloween costume contest, summer picnic, bowling nights, and more. There's a kitchen stocked with yummy snacks and drinks, and a well-appointed new mother's lounge. We offer an incredible benefits package, including unlimited vacation, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, equity, and more. And, our award-winning headquarters, located in Westwood, CA, has 360-degree views of LA, from Catalina to the Hollywood Sign. It's no wonder we've been named among the Best Places to Work in LA five years in a row and counting! Boingo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. COVID-19 update: Yes, Boingo is hiring! Through our vast footprint of wireless networks, Boingo helps the world stay connected to the people and things they love. Our mission is as important now, as ever. Your health and safety, and that of our employees is also important. We conduct video interviews, and practice public health recommendations of the CDC and local authorities. The health, happiness, and welfare of our team - current and future teammates - is our top concern. Therefore, we're conducting our "in-person" interviews via video, proving the power of virtual connection. We can still get to know one another, while following the latest public health recommendations. So, connect with Boingo today, and help us continue to connect the world with the people and things they love.

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