Field Technician- Chicago

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Purpose of the Position: The Field Technician is responsible for supporting his/her crew during wireless cell site construction. This role takes direction from the Construction Manager and will have the ability to build a site based on a set of plans, Methods of Procedures (MOPS) and Bills of Materials (BOMs) provided. The candidate must be willing to operate hand tools, power tools, and other construction equipment and machinery daily in all outdoor weather environments. All duties must be performed in accordance with OSHA and other work safety standards along with keeping high quality, accountability, and budget timelines in mind.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Construction Scopes: Experience and/or willingness to work on an array of different projects such as new site builds, site modifications, small cell installation, AAV installations, DAS installations, site maintenance.
• Civil Installation: Perform scope of work as indicated on site plans and as directed by construction manager including but not limited to installing conduit, vaults, racks, connectors, pull string; performing health checks, trenching, site decommissioning; testing COAX/FIBER.
• Machinery Operation: Safely operate heavy machinery for compaction, welding, etc. Training Provided.
• Communication: Send daily reports to the construction manager to provide progress updates, highlight roadblocks, and ensure project timelines stay on track.
• Deployment Preparation: Arrange materials for projects, prep trucks and trailer with necessary items to complete scheduled build.
• Quality Assurance: Complete the photo checklist for customer-specific close out package requirements as needed. Job sites must be clear of debris/trash and left in pristine condition for customer review and approval.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Required:

Education: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum of 1 - 3 years of cell site construction within the telecommunications field is required.

Skills:

• Knowledge and safety around electrical components.
• Desire to succeed and learn new skills
• Experience working on and around electrical components.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Anritsu training is a plus

Travel:

• Willingness to travel frequently, home on weekends.
• A valid driver's license and an excellent driving record are required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

Machinery: Ability and/or willingness to operate a forklift, skid steer, bucket truck, etc.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements: Microsoft Office Suite & Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Dependent Care Programs
• HSA & FSA Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Programs with match after 1 year of service (fully vested)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time / Personal Time
• Parental Leave