DAS Technician- Entry Level

communicationtechnologyservices; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Communication Technology Services (CTS) seeks a Technician 1 installer for the Desert Region based in Phoenix, AZ. This hands-on field role focuses on DAS installation, pulling coax and fiber, mounting antennas and equipment, and building pathways for in-building wireless coverage.

You will work on active construction sites with travel across Arizona and New Mexico, joining an install crew under Field Manager or Lead Technician.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass a background check.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry tools.
• Reliable personal vehicle to reach jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Follow the direction of Field Manager/Lead Tech.
• Install antennas and equipment as directed.
• String coax and fiber cable on install site.
• Transport materials to and from sites.
• Attend Apprentice Classes (where applicable).
• Document site walks and data for bidding and closeout.

Skills

DAS installation

Leadership

Physical labor

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Anritsu Site Master

Coax & Fiber testing equipment

Fusion splicing

Job description

Communication Technology Services (CTS), www.cts1.com, provides custom, carrier-grade in-building and campus connectivity solutions for enterprises and mobile network operators, solving and managing the most complex networking challenges. We work on high profile, cutting edge projects all across the US.

We are hiring Technician 1 installers for our Desert Region based in Phoenix, AZ. This is a hands‑on field position focused on DAS (Distributed Antenna System) installation pulling coax and fiber, mounting antennas and equipment, and building the cable pathways that support in‑building wireless coverage.

You will work as part of an install crew under the direction of a Field Manager or Lead Technician on active construction sites. Work is indoors and outdoors, with travel throughout Arizona and New Mexico. Occasional travel to other CTS regions may occur 1–2 times per year with advance notice. This is an entry‑level position. We will train you on DAS‑specific skills. Prior telecom or low‑voltage cabling experience is a plus.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Follow the direction of Field Manager/ Lead Tech.
• Part of Install team stringing coax and fiber cable.
• Install Antennas and Equipment as directed.
• Transporting materials.
• Attending Apprentice Classes (where applicable).
• Occasional site walk data collection for small venues, retail stores.
• Documentation of site walks for use in bidding process.
• Competent at pulling both Coax and Fiber.
• Proficient at Coax Cable Termination.
• Familiarity with Fusion splicing and fiber optic testing practices.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic understanding of cable sweep test equipment and processes.
• Understand frequency band, Protocols and terminology.
• Competent at collecting information for closeout package.
• Ability to lead and direct Technicians and Apprentices in all aspects of DAS installation.
• Able to manage daily installation quality and schedule.
• Ability to conduct Site walk for small venues, retail stores.
• Documentation of site walks for future bidding.
• Able to accept direction, but also able to make good decisions when left to work un-supervised.
• Proficient with PIM & Sweep Testing of both Coax & Fiber.
• Competent at operation and understanding of all functions of Anritsu Site Master, test equipment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Clean driving record.
• Must pass a background check.
• Physical ability to: carry tools, materials, & ladders; climb ladders, lift up to 50lb as‑needed, and perform daily required tasks.
• Reliable personal vehicle to get to jobsites by report time daily.

Pay will be commensurate with experience. $21--$27