DAS Technician
Listed on 2025-12-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician, Telecoms Engineering, General Labor
DAS Technician – Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
The DAS Technician will be responsible for a variety of field service functions. The DAS Technician II will install antennas, repeaters, head-end equipment, and other DAS devices as well as complete sweep, PIM, and fiber testing.
Job Duties and Responsibilities- Installing DAS wireless equipment using external/internal antennas, coaxial cable, fiber optic cable, CAT 5 cable, etc. to NEC standard at customer job sites.
- Commission and optimize a variety of DAS and signal booster equipment for public safety installations.
- Conduct pre‑install and post‑install RF signal readings per fire code requirements.
- Perform cable sweep testing (VSWR, RL, DTF, PIM) using test equipment.
- Troubleshoot existing systems to identify failures or configuration issues and correct as possible.
- Terminate wall and ceiling mounted components.
- Complete sweep, PIM, and fiber testing.
- Complete job‑related documentation and record keeping.
- Keep customer and company informed of progress of installation.
- Communicate and coordinate with customer and company on safety, local code, and company installation requirements.
- Mentor and lead less experienced technicians.
- Maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) and stay informed on safety protocols.
- Must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvements.
- Promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
- Proven problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentations.
- Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reports, and quality requirements.
- Ability to work at heights, off a ladder, and in confined spaces; lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs.
- Good color vision and ability to read small print, and hear audible signals such as dial tones.
- Willingness to travel 50–75% within and outside the branch territory as needed.
- Regular attendance is mandatory.
- Screwdriver set, multibit, drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, 110 punch tool, RJ45 crimp tool, tweaker, diagonal side cutters, lineman’s pliers, security bit set, 18 V cordless drill, 6 in adjustable wrench, cable fishing sticks, paddle bit set, socket set (metric and SAE), digital multimeter, wire map tester, twist drill index, drill tap kit, tone generator and probe, cable loppers, metal file set, and gloves.
Certification, License, and Skill Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Must possess FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (G.R.O.L.) or obtain one within two weeks of hire.
- 5 years of experience in integrating public safety and cellular carrier technologies into in‑building coverage systems.
- Proficient with commissioning of multiple manufacturers: ADRF Technologies, Comba Telecom, Comm Scope, SOLiD Tech, Corning.
- Obtained or willing to obtain certifications from said manufacturers.
- Proficiency with spectrum analyzers (Keysight/Agilent, Anritsu, PCTel).
- Experience with PIM testing preferred.
- Experience with common DAS equipment (fiber DAS, repeaters, coaxial cable, CAT 5 cable, antennas, splitters, fiber cable, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to work professionally at all job sites.
- Analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability.
- Strong customer service, communication, teamwork skills.
- Ability to complete installations independently as projects require.
- Lead DAS Technician.
USD $25.00 per hour – USD $32.00 per hour.
Minimum Years of Experience2–4 years.
License RequiredNo license required.
Minimum EducationHigh school diploma.
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