Field Survey Technician

SEFNCO Communications Inc; Columbus, Cincinnati (OH, OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 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

Red Wing Boot Voucher

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group is seeking a Field Engineer to support wireless network survey and testing projects across the United States. You will perform field data collection, coverage validation, and signal measurements in indoor and outdoor environments including WiFi, LTE, and 5G networks.

You will prepare and maintain survey gear, conduct drive-test and walk-test methods, and document findings with floor plans and site photos. Travel nationwide is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred in Electronics, Technology, Telecommunications, Networking, or related field.
• 1–3 years of RF field testing, drive testing, wireless surveys, or related telecom field services experience.
• Basic understanding of wireless/RF concepts: signal strength, interference, coverage, frequency bands, antennas, attenuation.
• Able to read architectural/building floor plans and navigate sites during surveys.
• Experience with WiFi surveys is preferred; Ekahau experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PDF annotations, and mapping/survey apps.
• Must be able to walk 8–10 miles daily, stand long periods, and lift 10–15 lbs.
• Willingness to travel 100% within the U.S. and stay away from home on projects.
• Valid REAL ID driver’s license; U.S. citizenship required for site access.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform wireless field surveys and collect RF data.
• Document network coverage and site conditions.
• Prepare, configure, and maintain survey equipment and test devices.
• Conduct indoor walk-tests and outdoor drive-tests.
• Read floor plans to identify access points, antennas, and landmarks.
• Capture site photos, mark plans, and export logs for post-processing.
• Identify RF anomalies and communicate site conditions to leadership.

Skills

RF concepts

WiFi surveys

communication skills

ability to travel

documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Electronics/Technology/Telecommunications/Networking

Tools

Ekahau

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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