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- Check in and check out with PAG. - Site survey to check site preparedness and equipment installed.- Move the SFP’s and jumper cables from DUW to Baseband 6630/5216/XMU.- Move the CPRI cables from DUW to Baseband 6630/5216/XMU.- Install cascade cables between L1900 and GSM RUS.- Install XMU if BBU/5216 does not have available port for L1900 add.- Load Baseband scripts provided by OSS support.- Load GSM mixed mode IDB (provided by support or generics) to DUG.- Call and data testing the newly added L1900. (E911/basic call test/Ookla testing) and other technologies such as GSM and other LTE’s that are in the same Baseband with L1900.

- Responsible for configuring and upgrading the software of the Cisco CSR NCS-540 router at the site. - Responsible for commissioning the Cisco CSR NCS-540 router and Dell XR11 Emulator. Responsible for the integration of the Cisco CSR NCS-540 router at the site. - Validated breaker placement, GPS cable is connected, and backhaul fiber is connected, verified power and other site configuration and validated the GC COP to ensure site is ready for commissioning. - Verified antenna positions to confirm azimuth and abnormal tilts, color placements etc. and responsible for single site verification to ensure there is no VSWR/ PIM/ RET/ swap issue using EXFO tool. - Ensured fiber connection are configured correctly at the site and at the LDC. Also, test it using the EXFO, OTDR, Fiber scope tool and verified for any faulty radios through manual checks, EXFO and once site is configured on EMS. - Worked closely with the microwave and transport expert in the market to triage and troubleshoot the problems during integration, commissioning and post launch as needed and was responsible for all site maintenance/network alarm solution and fix. - Worked closely with RF and construction war room team to triage and troubleshoot any network functionality issues during construction, post construction and commissioning phase of work.

- Excalibur Rollout - 6648_TDD-FDD_U/G 6630 over 6160 NSB. - IXRE Integration, AAV-CIENA Install and power up.- Extensive SRS Call Testing with PSAP LIVE and SIM on All Cells_NSB- Delta AAS, Delta Legacy Node, L41, N41, N600 to MMBB Conversion- L700, L1900, L2100, L600 Integration- 4th Sector Add, Installation & Integration- DUS to 6630 Migrations in Maintenance Window- 6630 5G NR600 Add Integration + Green Light Test- L600 Spectrum limited call test in Maintenance WindowCarrier Aggregation Site Mode Integration

- Perform Installation, Commissioning and Integration of Anchor, Low Band (L600), Low Band (L700 4x2), AAS, and Microwave LTE. - Technologies L600, L700, L1900 1C, L1900 2C, L2100, NR600, L2500, NR2500, AAS, LAA, DUW, DUG, carrier adds, and carrier swaps for T-Mobile.- DUG IDB configuration- DUW/AWS export and delete, scratch load and reconfiguration. - Site Control Unit (SCU) upgrade and configuration.- Configure Grandmaster Sync so that all Baseband units will receive Sync directly from IXRe, instead of GPS 02/03. - DC power system installation and trouble shooting.- Call test new installation using Ericsson Smart Rollout Support (including E911).Prepare and submit Integration Close Out Package report.

- Performed remotely network integration support for configuration, integration, and migration activities. Commissioned and Integrated LTE (EnodeB) sites.- Installation, Commissioning, Integration and troubleshooting of Ericsson 3G NodeB. Checked and verify to NIC support alarm logs of RBS from antenna system VSWR alarm to any hardware/software failure alarms.- Performed On-site Ericsson BB6630 installation, configuration, commissioning, and migration activities. Involved Ericsson SAU Alarm Migration from CDMA to LTE.- Activities included carrier adds, DUL to DUS swap (conversion and migration), and power upgrades.- DTV logistics of picking up equipment and materials from Verizon local in-market facility.- Prepared configuration script files for Baseband migration.- Performed on-site stationary call testing via SRS for functionality and data throughput verification. Uploaded COP through EAMS and Scope worker.

- Performed Commissioning and Integration of Ericsson UMTS NodeB 3000, 6000 and LTE using Smart Laptop and Manual Integration.- Performed pre-commission, commissioning, integration, and upgrades to cell site equipment (Ericsson BBU 5216, 6630 Samsung 330 LTE CDU30, ALU 9927/9928/9712/9929 Airscale, and Nokia Equipment.). - Supervised and assist Tower Crew with installing new cabinets, cabinet swaps and all components for CDMA, TDD, FDD and 2.5 for Sprint Network Vision. Troubleshooted Fiber, RRH’s and microwave backhaul transmission methodology.- Developed and maintained commissioning & integration documentation and provided necessary technical input on its development. Performed IOS upgrades on ASR901, ASR920, and CSR-7705 routers.- Configure drive test data collection equipment (XCAL) according to engineer parameters. Execute cluster drives and re-drives tests, stationary tests and speed tests.- Successfully executed Acceptance Test Performance (ATP) drive test, monitored handovers, speed test for base stations and customer locations, documented test results and completed calibration, verification and live drive testing of E911 LAM and PSAP Testing. Performed final punch and closeout/on air readiness documentations.

- Travel to site to conduct a site survey/audit on a base station site and preparation of related documents including TSSR, photographs and the relevant site survey check list.- Install provided Airscale BBU system module (AMIA+ASIA+ABIA), including towel bar.- Install provided grounding cable (6AWG, 12 AWG), GPS Kit and Tray, SMM Kit, provided SMM power feed (5A-16AWG).- Terminate existing external alarm cables, External alarm testing with NOC. Install provided LAN cable between SMM unit and ASIA unit. Install provided SFP’s. Install provided power cables, new CPRI fibers if required, new GPS feed and new Backhaul FO cables to 7705 if required.- Load the provision files and scripts (from the Integration Design phase) to configure the BBU LTE Modems and Radios. - Validate that the BBU has been provisioned with the latest software release from the factory. Examine port status, log files, and other status information to validate &that the EnB hardware is functioning properly. - Perform RF Vital Test (RSSI Measurements), perform RET integration test (if required), performed Voice, Data & E911 call test. Prepare and submit Integration completion report.

- Fault Rectification using Anritsu (Site Master) for VSWR alarms, DTF, PIM testing. - Software Upgradation and commissioning of different technologies with BTS Element Manager and the rectification of alarms on site. - Working on L700 upgradation of sites including escalation work for L2100, L1900, U1900/G1900 and U2100 technologies. - Replacement of FSME with FSMF and installing FPFD, FBBA and FBBC modules. - L2100 integration, commissioning and Connectivity Test. - Performing testing of RF systems for RL, DTF, VSWR and PIM. - Re-routing the RF cables. - Ensures that all documentations are completed and submitted on time.. - Clearing of all the alarms, which are affecting network efficiency. - Installation, commissioning and swapping of equipment for L700, L1900, L2100, U2100 technologies. - Complete survey for the site with the sites plumbing diagram before installations of new equipment and provide technical support to contractors. - To ensure the compliance of contractual obligations, OHS issues and safety legislative requirements on work site.