DAS Technician / Installer

Full Job Description

_ Lead DAS (Distributed Antenna System) Installer _
A Lead DAS Installer is experienced in leading installation process for the entire duration of large scale “in-building distributed antenna systems” projects.

Job Requirements:

The Lead DAS Installer is a hands-on role that will work closely with the Project Manager. The duties will include, but not limited to:

· Read and interprets design drawings, blueprints, and installation guides.

· Installing DAS wireless equipment. To include but not limited to the installation of Outdoor and Indoor antennas, coaxial cable, fiber optic cable, CAT 5 cable, CAT 6 cable, DC Power Cable and other appropriate components to NEC standards.

· Terminating coaxial cable: JMA, Andrews, Trilogy, etc..

· Configure and integrate DAS Head End equipment such as Rectifiers, Battery Systems, VoltServer, Commscope iON-B and iON-U, JMA Teko, and Corning Mobile Access, along with relevant monitoring components such as T1 and Broad Band Backhaul circuits, Routers, IP Switches, and Dry Contact Alarm Monitoring equipment.

· Expert at completing Sweep, PIM, and Fiber testing. (Anritsu and EXFO Certifications a PLUS).

· Completing site surveys to troubleshoot and design corrective RF and RF/fiber optic installations for existing systems with inadequate coverage. Report findings to the appropriate staff.

· Assist with development of project schedules and materials/subcontractor selections.

· Accurately reports status, material usage, and expenses.

· Updates customer prints, documentation, and facilitates document storage.

· Assisting in warehouse maintenance and inventory.

Minimum Requirements:

The Lead DAS Installer is responsible for executing DAS Installation and Head End upgrade projects. Qualified candidates:

· MUST HAVE a minimum of 5 years of in-building DAS installation experience. Five years of cable installation experience in IT, Cable, Electrical, RF and/or Telecommunications fields.

· Must have high level of understanding and experience performing fusion splicing, fiber terminations, fiber dressing, fiber cleaning and OTDR Testing.

Solid understanding of wireless networks, including modulation techniques (UTMS, GSM, LTE plus etc.), amplifier/antenna/cable theory, link budgets, propagation tools, etc.)

· Knowledge of the terminology used in the in-building DAS industry.

· Working knowledge of RF test equipment (i.e. spectrum analyzer, sweep and PIM test equipment) Certifications a PLUS

· Demonstrated ability to use basic hand and power tools needed for installation projects.

· Experience as a Field Supervisor or Field Supervisor and coaching less experienced technicians while managing projects.

· Solid skills with Microsoft Office Software (particularly Excel).

In addition, qualified Candidates will have the ability to:

· Travel to project locations nationwide.( 50 of the time )

· Work nights as required

· Must have a valid driver’s license

· Pass a criminal background check, drug screening and a pre-employment physical.

· Lift upwards of 80 lbs. unassisted.

· Repeatedly ascend and descend ladders ranging in height from 6ft to 14ft

· Be able to work in attic-type space, drop ceiling, and other spaces safely, without falling through the ceiling.

· Experienced with pulling and handling cable without damaging it.

· Walk continuously throughout the job site while carrying ladders, tools and installation materials.

· Work indoor/outdoor with variable conditions. (-20/120)

· Must provide basic hand tools.

· Demonstrate ability to work in a professional manner at all job sites.

· Deliver customer service, use great communication skills, and demonstrate ability to work well on a team.

· Demonstrate ability to complete installations independently as projects require, while working with a sense of urgency.

Preferred Certifications

If the candidate does not have any of the following certifications, they must have the ability to become certified within a year of being hired, if required. Company will pay for training.

· RF Awareness

· OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

· Anritsu PIM & Sweep

· JMA (Connectors & TEKO DAS)

· Ericsson RDS Structured Cabling Installation (incl. Dot Radio Installation)

· SOLiD

· Commscope – Ion-M, Ion-B, Ion-U, Ion-E

· Corning Mobile Access – CMA & SpiderCloud

· First Aid/CPR, OSHA10 or OSHA30

· UL Lockout/Tagout

Company Provides:

· Competitive hourly rate

· Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

· Additional tools required to perform job duties

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person