Senior Installation Technician

Kforce has a client in Garland, TX that is looking for a Senior Installation Technician. This is a travel-intensive hourly role requiring 80% regional travel with occasional national deployment. Responsibilities:

• Installation Leadership: Lead cable plant, equipment mounting, rack build-out, and antenna system work for Motorola DMR and DAS/BDA ERCES projects, setting the pace and standard for the crew
• Motorola DMR Infrastructure: Perform and oversee installation of Motorola DMR system components including CapMAX base stations, LCP infrastructure, combiners, antenna systems, and cabling
• DAS/BDA ERCES: Lead installation of Public Safety DAS head-end and antenna cabling, BDA equipment mounting, and antenna distribution per engineered drawings and NFPA 1221 requirements
• Quality Control: Inspect all installation work for adherence to project drawings, manufacturer specifications, and the company's quality standards prior to commissioning handoff
• Team Mentorship: Share your expertise openly through hands-on coaching and positive leadership on every job site
• Blueprint Execution: Accurately read and execute installation plans, schematics, riser diagrams, and engineered drawings for complex deployments
• Commissioning Support: Partner with the LMR Field Service Technician during testing and commissioning, contributing to continuity testing, RF path verification, and pre-commissioning checks
• Team Communication: Keep field management informed of installation progress, flag issues early, and participate in daily briefings and kickoff meetings
• Documentation: Maintain accurate installation logs, material tracking records, and daily progress reports
• Safety: Uphold OSHA standards, site safety rules, and PPE compliance-lead by example and never compromise on safety
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; OSHA 10 required
• Low-voltage license or equivalent certification preferred
• 4-6 years of low-voltage installation experience in commercial or enterprise environments
• Demonstrated experience leading installation work or serving as a crew lead/foreman
• Experience with DAS/BDA systems required; ERCES Public Safety systems experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Motorola DMR or LMR infrastructure installation is a strong advantage
• Ability to read and execute complex blueprints, riser diagrams, and RF system schematics
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, cable testers, and basic RF measurement equipment
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR; must pass background check and drug screening
• A collaborative leader - someone who elevates the people around them and takes pride in the team's success

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders, lifts, and elevated structures
• Comfortable working in various environments including server rooms, equipment closets, rooftops, and construction sites
• Ability to stand, kneel, and work in confined spaces for extended periods
• Capable of working in varying weather and temperature conditions

Travel & Location: This role requires approximately 80% travel, primarily within an assigned region with national travel as project needs require. Candidates must reside within reasonable proximity to a major commercial airport hub to support rapid regional and national deployment. If relocation is required, a relocation package can be negotiated. BearCom supports its travel professionals with an elevated per diem, generous paid time off, and incentive-driven compensation that rewards your expertise, reliability, and commitment to the team.