DAS Advanced Technician

Overview

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Advanced DAS Technician in the Schaumburg, IL area to support the In-Building Wireless Solutions (IWS) team within our fast-growing Data division. MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board.

Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting Lead Technicians during projects with duties mentioned below:
• Installing DAS equipment, including antennas, cabling, amplifiers, and other related hardware, in accordance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Configuring DAS components to optimize wireless coverage and capacity, ensuring seamless connectivity for end-users.
• Displaying proficiency and quality during the installation of project-specific tasks consistent with manufacturer and company standards.
• Performing routine maintenance tasks to ensure the ongoing reliability and performance of DAS systems.
• Diagnosing and resolving technical problems with DAS equipment and networks.
• Providing technical support to customers, end-users, and other stakeholders.
• Assisting in the completion of installations within a diverse range of buildings.
• Demonstrating the ability to work professionally at all job sites.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Maintaining customer confidence by performing outstanding work.

• A minimum of 3 years of technical experience in the DAS space.
• Willingness to learn new technologies in public safety and wireless communications and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand design plans and bills of material.
• Hands-on experience with project-specific OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers).
• Ability to work flexible shifts and to adapt to changing work schedules.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, establish priorities, work independently as part of a team, and proceed with objectives with some supervision.
• Lead technical background.
• Must be able to interact and communicate professionally.
• Proven track record of reliability, integrity, and responsibility.

The physical environment requires the employee to work inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; utilize personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials;

lift (overhead, waist level) from the floor; bending; frequently use near vision for reading and computer use; be able to handle semi-frequent stressful conditions; frequently work in outdoor weather conditions; frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally ascend/descend a ladder; operate a motor vehicle; frequently position self to maintain computers or other equipment as needed.

On-call for critical systems maintenance may be required. First shift hours Monday – Friday, with occasional 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends depending on project schedules.

Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs. Up to 80%.

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Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education,…