I am looking for jobs, what do you think

[benjaminarthurt]

Have been looking for a new job, just moved to the Buffalo area. I found this one listed, but I was a little hesitant to apply. Not so sure about the job security with it.

Tyco Electronics is an industry powerhouse with an entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by innovation and collaboration. We are a $13.5 billion global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions, wireless systems and undersea telecommunications for industries ranging from automotive, appliances and aerospace to computers, consumer electronics and telecommunications.

Our approximately 94,000 dedicated employees around the globe remain steadfast in their commitment to serving customers in more than 150 countries. This is your chance to make an impact in a supportive atmosphere full of inspiration, integrity and empowerment. Come turn our opportunities into your advantage at Tyco Electronics.

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE FIELD III



Company Name: TYCO ELECTRONICS

Location: BUFFALO


Job Category: Installation/Maintenance/Repair

Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Description


Tyco Electronics is an industry powerhouse with an entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by innovation and collaboration. We are a $13.5 billion global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions and wireless systems for industries ranging from automotive, appliances and aerospace to computers, consumer electronics and telecommunications.




Our nearly 100,000 dedicated employees around the globe remain steadfast in their commitment to serving customers in more than 150 countries. This is your chance to make an impact in a supportive atmosphere full of inspiration, integrity and empowerment.



Come turn our opportunities into your advantage at Tyco Electronics. To apply, scroll back up and click on the link to Apply Now!

Position Description: Land/Mobile, two-way radio technician must be full qualified Maintenance/Install Technician. Ideal candidate meets the requirements of an OpenSky System Technician which includes knowledge of OpenSky technology, Microwave and Paging, Conventional Radio Systems, OpenSky System, and computer skills. The individual shall be capable of programming, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of OPenSky System/Site, Consoles, Mobiles/Control Stations and Portables. Good Customer relation skills. Works well independently, and with superiors, peers, and subordinates.Reports to the Lead Engineer Technician.

Associated Degree Electronics or equivalent. Preferred FCC license. Experience with UHF/VHF radio equipment, OpenSky networks, Conventional radio networks, Paging, Mobile Data, P25, and Computers.

Special Requirements: Lives near Buffalo, NY, subject to 24/7 on call, valid driver's license.


If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=565431-3-333

I wonder if this has anything to do with the SWN seeing as they want the applicant to be familiar with "OpenSky"

 

[GTR8000]

If this is tongue in cheek...well played.

If you're dead serious...I suggest you catch up on the status of the NYS SWN project for the answer to your "job security" concerns.

 

[benjaminarthurt]

tongue in cheek most definitely. I am surprised with all the recent developments with the SWN that the would even consider hiring for that position.

 

[GTR8000]

I definitely LOL'd reading it, like I said, very well played. I did feel a little bad for a minute because I thought "Hmm...what if this guy is really looking for work?" Yeah, it's amazing they would actually advertise an opening for this thing. Must be some good stuff they're smoking!

 

[benjaminarthurt]

I actually am looking for work, just am not desperate enough to try this one.

 

[chrismol1]

I actually am looking for work, just am not desperate enough to try this one.

if your desperate, try your local McDonalds or Price Chopper or Wal-Mart
serious, there always looking for workers, especially price chopper or wal-mart
hey, its not the highest paying, but at least you get a pay check

 

[w2lie]

The individual shall be capable of programming, installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of OPenSky System/Site, Consoles, Mobiles/Control Stations and Portables.

Its pretty obvious to me why they are looking for help!

 

[comspec]

All kidding aside,

If you are currently unemployed and you are qualified there is no reason not to take it 9assuming you can get it). After all if and when they let you go it would be through no fault of your own and it is always better to be looking for work when you already have a job.

Personally I might apply for it just to see what it was about. But if you are currently employed, I would hesitate to bail out. The grass is hardly ever greener on the other side.

But hey they are growing!!! At the top of the ad they had 94,000 emplyees worldwide and near the bottom they have 100,000 employees. That's a growth of 6,000 employees in just the time it took to write the ad (now that is what I call tounge in cheek)

 

[PJH]

At the least, you could most likely transfer down to PA if/when the NY system finally sinks to the bottom of the ocean...

 

[HarrisRF]

Not a bad job "my friend"

 

[KE7JFF]

I think its worth to at least apply; maybe you can figure out from the interviewer their confidence level.

 

[hoser147]

If you can benefit from it, I say go for it. Sure it might end up being a stepping stone in life, but if you can better yourself Go For It!!!

 

[RayAir]

If you get into Tyco I know they hire for EDACS Technicians and have internal program cert's like Master EDACS Technician. If Tyco was hiring by me I sure as hell would apply. I think with Tyco it helps to have at least an associates ( or near one) in a technical field and a General Class license would help. I'm in automotive skilled trades with a journeyman's card and 3 years of school under my belt and I am seriously thinking of getting out before the roof falls on my head.

 

[RayAir]

If you get into Tyco I know they hire for EDACS Technicians and have internal program cert's like Master EDACS Technician. If Tyco was hiring by me I sure as hell would apply. I think with Tyco it helps to have at least an associates ( or near one) in a technical field and a General Class license would help. I'm in automotive skilled trades with a journeyman's card and 3 years of school under my belt and I am seriously thinking of getting out before the roof falls on my head. I'm starting school back up in January. I have an associates paid for by work. Also have 30 CJ credits from my younger days. I may complete my associates in CJ and also expand into the electronics or engineering field- talking to a counselor next week.

 

[PJH]

I think with Tyco it helps to have at least an associates ( or near one) in a technical field and a General Class license would help.

Associated Degree Electronics or equivalent. Preferred FCC license. Experience with UHF/VHF radio equipment, OpenSky networks, Conventional radio networks, Paging, Mobile Data, P25, and Computers.

The degree is required. The FCC license does not mean your ham license either, in case some where wondering. Though a tricked out ham license could (for the principials of RF), your eletronics degree will be covering most of what your going to need to know (electronic trouble shooting more than RF).

 

[RayAir]

Signs of The Times:

Tyco profits fall- Sharp decrease in sales seen:
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=aIfnmcJ1yHoY&refer=us