Advanced DAS Technician

Mobile Communications America; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Holiday Pay

Education Incentives

Job summary

Mobile Communications America (MCA) is seeking an Advanced DAS Technician to support the In-Building Wireless Solutions team in Richmond, VA. This full-time role involves installing RF cellular and Public Safety BDA DAS equipment, configuring components, and maintaining systems to ensure optimal wireless coverage for clients.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in RF cellular/DAS, read design plans, and work well in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of RF Cellular and Public Safety BDA DAS experience.
• Ability to read and understand design plans and bills of material.
• Hands-on experience with project-specific OEMs.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and adapt to project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Installing RF cellular and BDA DAS equipment per design specs and standards.
• Configuring DAS components to optimize coverage and capacity for end-users.
• Performing routine maintenance to ensure reliability and performance.
• Diagnosing and resolving technical DAS issues and networks.
• Providing technical support to customers and stakeholders.
• Assisting in installations across diverse building types.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Delivering outstanding work to maintain customer confidence.

Skills

RF Cellular

Public Safety BDA DAS

Antenna cabling

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Flexible shifts

OEM familiarity

PPC connector tool

Tools

PPC connector tool

Job description

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Advanced DAS Technician

Full Time Technical Richmond, VA, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $32.00 Hourly

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Advanced DAS Technician in the Richmond, VA area to support the In-Building Wireless Solutions (IWS) team in our fast-growing Data division.

MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Supporting Lead Technicians during projects with duties mentioned below:
  • Installing RF Cellular and Public Safety BDA DAS equipment, including antennas, cabling, amplifiers, and other related hardware, in accordance with design specifications and industry standards.
  • Configuring DAS components to optimize wireless coverage and capacity, ensuring seamless connectivity for end-users.
  • Displaying proficiency and quality during the installation of project-specific tasks consistent with manufacturer and company standards.
  • Performing routine maintenance tasks to ensure the ongoing reliability and performance of DAS systems.
  • Diagnosing and resolving technical problems with DAS equipment and networks.
  • Providing technical support to customers, end-users, and other stakeholders.
• Assisting in the completion of installations within a diverse range of buildings.
• Demonstrating the ability to work professionally at all job sites.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Maintaining customer confidence by performing outstanding work.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM:

• A minimum of 3 years of technical experience in RF Cellular and Public Safety BDA DAS space.
• Willingness to learn new technologies in public safety and wireless communications and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand design plans and bills of material.
• Hands-on experience with project-specific OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers).
• Ability to work flexible shifts and to adapt to changing work schedules.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, establish priorities, work independently as part of a team, and proceed with objectives with some supervision.
• Hands-on experience with using a PPC connector tool for installing ½” coax connectors.
• Lead technical background.
• Must be able to interact and communicate professionally.
• Proven track record of reliability, integrity, and responsibility.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical environment requires the employee to work inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; utilize personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials, lift (overhead, waist level) from the floor, bending, frequently utilize near vision use for reading and computer use; be able to handle semi-frequent stressful conditions (cardiovascular), frequently work in outdoor weather conditions, frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally ascend/descend a ladder, operate a motor vehicle, frequently position self to maintain computers or other equipment as needed.

On-call for critical systems, maintenance may be required. First shift hours Monday – Friday, with occasional 2nd or 3rd shift and weekends depending on project schedules.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs.

DIRECT REPORTS:

No Direct Reports

WHO WE ARE

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video, and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA, it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.

NOTE: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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