NICET Certified IB-PSC Technician​/Designer

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Job Description: NICET Certified IB-PSC Technician/Designer

Job Title:

Location: Washington, DC (Remote with occasional on-site visits)

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description: TDC is seeking a highly skilled and certified professional to join our Safety and Security team as an In-Building Public Safety Communications (IB-PSC) Technician/Designer
. The ideal candidate will possess NICET certifications (Level 3 IB-PSC Technician or dual-certified IB-PSC Design and IB-PSC Technician Level
2) and have extensive experience in public safety communications testing, design, and implementation. This role supports critical projects for a District of Columbia agency, focusing on compliance, testing, and operational excellence in in-building emergency radio systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute in-building public safety system acceptance and annual testing in compliance with standards.
• Conduct functional and coverage tests, including verifying installation soundness, equipment configuration, and coverage performance.
• Oversee ERRCS (Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems) projects, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Maintain calibration and performance of testing equipment, including Motorola P25 Phase 2 radios.
• Collaborate with building owners, system designers, and agency representatives to ensure seamless project execution.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including baseline measurement data and test results.
• Provide expertise in troubleshooting and fine-tuning DAS and ERRCS systems to optimize performance.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in public safety communication systems.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on ERRCS testing processes and standards.

Qualifications:

• Certifications:
• NICET dual-certified IB-PSC Design and IB-PSC Technician Level 2.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in public safety communications systems testing and design.
• Proficient in testing and implementing Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS).
• Familiarity with Motorola P25 Phase 2 radios and testing protocols.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of ERRCS systems, functional testing, and coverage analysis.
• Expertise in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with DAS and radio systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with systems and testing requirements.
• Experience in project management for public safety communications projects.