Wireless Technician

Overview

This RF Technician will support wireless Small Cell and Outdoor Distributed Antenna System (ODAS) deployments throughout the Richmond market and surrounding areas. Technicians will work in teams of 2-4 and be responsible for the installation, alignment, testing, and troubleshooting of RF equipment for major wireless carrier networks.
Key Responsibilities

• Install, mount, and test RF equipment including antennas, remote radio heads (RRHs), and related wireless infrastructure.
• Perform system alignment, commissioning support, and field testing using OTDRs, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and PIM/sweep testing equipment.
• Support Small Cell, ODAS, rooftop, and tower-based deployments, including 5G upgrades and network expansion projects.
• Complete equipment upgrades, site modifications, and warehouse pre-build/staging activities as required.
• Troubleshoot RF and fiber connectivity issues to ensure proper system performance.
• Interact professionally with customers and site stakeholders during installations and service activities.
• Follow project schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience installing, testing, and troubleshooting Small Cell wireless systems.
• Experience mounting and installing RF equipment, including antennas and remote radio heads.
• Hands-on experience with Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung, or similar wireless equipment.
• Experience performing PIM and sweep testing, as well as testing coaxial and fiber infrastructure.
• Proficiency with OTDRs, spectrum analyzers, power meters, and other RF testing tools.
• Experience supporting rooftop and tower-based wireless deployments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating boom lifts or lift trucks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable working at elevated heights when required.
• Strong communication skills and a professional customer-facing demeanor.
• Flexible and willing to travel occasionally, including limited overnight stays.

Work Environment

• Combination of field work and warehouse staging/pre-build activities.
• Team-oriented environment with varying day-to-day responsibilities.
• Typical work schedule is approximately 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility based on project needs.
• Technicians generally report to the local shop before traveling to project sites with their team.

Project Need

Additional RF Technician support is needed to meet increasing wireless infrastructure deployment demands, including Small Cell, rooftop, tower, and 5G network upgrade projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Henrico, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $37.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Henrico,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About TEKsystems


We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services


We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


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