Field Service Technician III

Job Responsibilities:

• Commissioning & Optimization: Lead the final commissioning, integration, and optimization of multi-carrier and public safety BDA/DAS systems (e.g., CommScope, ADRF, SOLiD, JMA, etc.).
• Advanced Testing & Analysis: Perform and critically analyze PIM (Passive Intermodulation), Sweep/VSWR, and OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer) measurements. Utilize specialized test equipment (e.g., Anritsu Site Master, PCTEL analyzers, JDSU) to certify system performance and resolve complex signal integrity issues.
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Serve as the final escalation point for diagnosing and resolving intermittent or sophisticated RF coverage, fiber optic, and head-end equipment failures.
• Compliance Leadership: Ensure strict adherence to NFPA 72, 1221, and 1225, IFC, NEC, and all local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. Oversee the preparation and successful execution of AHJ acceptance testing.
• Design Interpretation: Proficiently read, interpret, and validate iBwave design files, construction blueprints, and schematics, providing necessary field adjustments and communicating deviations to the Project Manager.
• Team Supervision & Mentorship: Actively mentor, coach, and provide structured, hands-on training to junior and mid-level technicians on proper installation techniques, safety protocols, equipment handling, and advanced troubleshooting methodologies.
• On-Site Project Management: Lead daily on-site project operations, coordinating tasks, managing resource allocation, and ensuring a safe and productive work environment for the installation team and subcontractors.
• Quality Control: Implement and enforce rigorous Quality Assurance (QA) checks throughout the installation process to minimize rework and guarantee first-pass system acceptance.
• Code Education: Proactively educate team members on the latest Public Safety code updates and best practices for compliance documentation.
• Documentation & Stakeholder Communication
• Project Closeout: Own the creation of comprehensive final project documentation, including test result packages, commissioning reports, detailed close-out photos, and accurate red-line drawings.
• Client Interface: Serve as the primary technical interface for Project Managers, General Contractors, RF Engineers, building owners, and AHJ representatives, clearly articulating system status, technical challenges, and solutions.
• Experience: 10+ years of deep, hands-on experience in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Public Safety (BDA) and Commercial Cellular DAS.
• NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher is Mandatory.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Card.
• Active/Current OEM certification on at least two major BDA/DAS platforms (e.g., CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA).

Skills:

• NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher is Mandatory.
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Card.
• Active/Current OEM certification on at least two major BDA/DAS platforms (e.g., CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA).

Education/Experience:

• AA Degree Preferred