Field Engineer

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Columbus, Cincinnati (OH, OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Life insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability

Boot voucher

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group is seeking a Field Engineer to conduct wireless field surveys across indoor and outdoor environments, collecting RF data and documenting site conditions. You will use Ekahau and other tools while reading floor plans to pinpoint locations and ensure accurate coverage assessments.

The role requires 1–3 years in RF testing or related fields, willingness to travel nationwide, and strong communication and documentation skills. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate degree in Electronics, Technology, Telecommunications, Networking, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of RF field testing, drive testing, wireless surveys, telecom field services, site auditing, or related technical field.
• Basic understanding of wireless/RF concepts: signal strength, interference, coverage, frequency bands, antennas, attenuation.
• Able to read architectural/building floor plans.
• Previous WiFi survey or Ekahau experience preferred but not required.
• Comfort with handheld test equipment, laptops, and field testing gear.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word, PDF annotation tools, and mapping/survey apps.
• Able to walk 8-10 miles per day, stand long periods, carry 10-15 lbs of gear.
• Willing to travel 100% within the U.S. and stay away from home for extended assignments.
• Valid REAL ID driver’s license; U.S. citizenship required.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Adaptable to varied indoor/outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform wireless field surveys and collect RF data.
• Document network coverage and site conditions.
• Prepare, configure, and maintain wireless survey equipment and test gear.
• Conduct indoor walk-test and outdoor drive-test data collection.
• Read floor plans to identify locations and features.
• Identify access points, antennas, and building features on plans.
• Record wall types, materials, obstacles affecting RF signals.
• Perform signal verification, latency, connectivity, and coverage testing.
• Inspect cabling, equipment mounting, and installation conditions.
• Capture site photos, annotate floor plans, and export field logs.
• Coordinate RF anomalies and site-access concerns with project leadership.

Skills

RF field testing

Drive testing

Wireless surveys

Field data collection

Documentation

Excel/Word

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electronics/Technology/Telecommunications/Networking

Tools

Ekahau

Field testing tools

Job description

Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As a Field Engineer, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in supporting wireless network survey and testing projects across the United States. You will perform field data collection, coverage validation, and signal measurements across indoor and outdoor wireless environments, including WiFi, LTE, and 5G networks.

Responsibilities

As a Field Engineer, you will be responsible for performing wireless field surveys, collecting RF data, and documenting network coverage and site conditions. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

In addition, you will:

• Prepare, configure, and maintain wireless survey equipment, battery packs, test devices, and field testing gear


• Perform active and passive wireless data collection using indoor walk-test and outdoor drive-test methods


• Conduct WiFi surveys utilizing Ekahau and other field testing tools


• Read and navigate building floor plans while accurately identifying your location during field surveys


• Identify access points, antennas, physical landmarks, and building features on floor plans


• Document wall types, structural materials, obstacles, and other environmental factors that may impact RF signal attenuation and coverage


• Perform signal verification, latency, connectivity, and coverage testing


• Inspect cabling, equipment mounting, enclosures, labels, and other installation conditions against project documentation


• Capture site photographs, mark up floor plans, and complete field survey documentation


• Organize, label, and export field test logs for post-processing and engineering teams


• Identify and communicate RF anomalies, equipment issues, site-access concerns, and other field conditions to project leadership

Qualifications

About You:

• You have a high school diploma or GED; an associate degree in Electronics, Technology, Telecommunications, Networking, or a related field is preferred


• You have 1-3 years of experience in RF field testing, drive testing, wireless surveys, telecom field services, technical site auditing, cable/network installation, or a related technical field


• You have a basic understanding of wireless/RF concepts, including signal strength, interference, coverage, frequency bands, antennas, and signal attenuation


• You are comfortable reading and navigating architectural or building floor plans


• Previous WiFi survey or Ekahau experience is preferred, but not required


• You are comfortable using handheld test equipment, mobile applications, laptops, battery systems, and other field testing equipment


• You have basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, PDF annotation tools, and mapping or survey applications


• You are able to walk approximately 8-10 miles per day, stand for extended periods, and carry approximately 10-15 lbs. of test equipment


• You are willing and able to travel 100% within the U.S.,and remain away from home for extended project assignments as needed


• You have a valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license


• U.S. citizenship is required due to customer/site access requirements


• You have strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills


• You are adaptable and comfortable working in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)


• Life insurance


• Short-term and Long-term disability


• Red Wing Boot Voucher
  

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental,and vision insurance


• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off


• Paid holidays


• Family and medical leave


• Paid sick time

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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