Installation Technician BDA / DAS

BearCom; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Career mentoring

Tools and uniforms

Medical insurance

Job summary

BearCom is hiring an Installation Technician to install and support wireless and electronic communications systems. You will perform physical data cabling installations, support system commissioning, and determine installation needs during site walks.

The role requires basic electronics knowledge, the ability to use hand and power tools, and comfort with travel and on-call duties. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with benefits including company vehicles and

Qualifications

• Basic electronics background is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in challenging positions.
• Experience reading blueprints and/or logic diagrams a plus.
• Data cabling experience (CAT 5/6, coaxial, fiber) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install data cabling and mounting infrastructure.
• Support commissioning of communications and low voltage systems.
• Perform site walks to determine installation requirements for proposals.
• Recommend equipment and hardware meeting customer requirements.
• Occasional regional/overnight travel and on-call hours; per diem when traveling.

Skills

Electronics basics

Lifting 50 lbs

MS Office proficiency

Blueprints/diagrams reading

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

Tools

Hand & power tools

Data cabling (CAT5/6, fiber)

PPE familiarity

Job description

About BearCom

Largest Distributor of Wireless Voice, Data, and Video Solutions in North America. 40+ Years Industry‑Leading Experience. Partnerships with Motorola, JVC Kenwood, Avigilon, and more. 75+ Branches Across North America.

Job Description

As an Installation Technician with BearCom, you will be involved in the installation and support of wireless and electronic communications systems.

Our Technicians are the heart of every service location, and we rely on their expertise in the delivery of the best service and solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service and possess the technical ability to create imaginative solutions that meet and exceed the most challenging customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Physical installation of data cabling and associated mounting infrastructure.
• Support commissioning of communications and low voltage systems.
• Perform site walks to determine installation requirements for customer proposals.
• Recommend appropriate equipment and hardware that meets customer requirements.
• Provide some regional and/or overnight travel and on‑call hours when required. Per diem provided when traveling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic electronics background is a plus.
• Competent operating basic hand and power tools.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions (e.g., climbing ladders, scaffolding, crawl spaces, high‑reach lift equipment, exposure to elements).
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience reading blueprints and/or logic diagrams a plus.
• Data cabling experience (CAT 5/6, coaxial, fiber, support devices) a plus.
• OSHA safety training and low voltage certifications a plus.
• Distributed antenna system (DAS) installation a plus.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must have high school diploma.
• Drug screenings, motor vehicle record, and background checks part of the hiring process.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life, short/long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Matching 401k plan.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career path development and mentoring.
• Company‑provided tools and uniforms.
• Use of a company vehicle while servicing customers.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BearCom is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other disability protected by law. All employment is decided based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.