DAS Installation Technician & Helper

Overview

This telecommunications team specializes in four major areas:

• LMR (Land Mobile Radio)
• IBS/IDAS (In‑Building Systems / Distributed Antenna Systems)
• ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
• Physical Security

They support a wide range of in‑building wireless projects across federal, state, and local government, as well as education, transportation, stadiums/venues, and healthcare environments. Work includes construction, installation, and maintenance of in‑building wireless access points and DAS infrastructure.

This specific role supports the Tennessee market , with additional travel to Richmond, VA when needed.

Scope of Work

Technicians will support:

• DAS and low‑voltage installations
• Public safety systems
• Fiber and coax installation
• ODAS/IDAS systems
• New construction and existing campus environments

Most work is concentrated on a major university campus in Tennessee, but coverage extends statewide. Occasional travel to Richmond, VA is required.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 50% travel in the worst‑case scenario
• Overnight stays in Richmond for up to 4 nights at a time
• Travel via company vehicle
• Hotel accommodations provided
• $65/day per diem for overnight travel

Position: DAS Installation Technician

Schedule: 40‑hour work week, Monday–Friday (typically 8 AM–5 PM), with overtime opportunities

• Lead a two‑person team (technician + helper)
• Install, test, and troubleshoot coax and fiber systems
• Rack and stack equipment; cable dressing and labeling
• Perform low‑voltage cabling work
• Read and work from blueprints and schematics
• Provide job documentation, photos, and updates to the construction manager
• Work with 1/2" coax and equipment from major OEMs (e.g., OTDR, Corning, Commscope, SOLiD, ADRF, etc.)

• 3+ years of experience in wireless/DAS, voice, or data installation
• Strong coax installation skills
• Experience with fiber (testing, terminating, pulling; splicing is a plus)
• Ability to lead small teams and delegate tasks
• Experience with ISP/network cable construction
• Familiarity with testing tools (OTDR, Fluke, etc.)

Position:
Helper

• Mechanical aptitude and basic hand‑tool knowledge
• Open to candidates with minimal experience or trade‑school background
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Accountability and teamwork mindset

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to problem‑solve and think critically
• Comfortable in customer‑facing environments
• Willingness to grow within the role

Work Environment

• Commercial, hospital, government, and public‑safety environments
• Frequent ladder work
• Coverage across the entire state of Tennessee
• Overnight travel required for Richmond support

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

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