Lead DAS Technician: Field Wireless Installations & Testing

Blue Signal Search; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is representing a client expanding its field delivery capabilities and seeking an experienced Lead DAS Technician to deploy critical in-building wireless infrastructure across the United States.

The role combines hands-on technical work with field team leadership, offering substantial ownership and opportunities to work across DAS, WiFi, Small Cell, fiber, coax, and related wireless technologies.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience installing in-building wireless systems such as DAS, WiFi, and Small Cell.
• Strong fiber and coax installation, testing, troubleshooting, and cable preparation capabilities.
• Read and interpret wireless design plans, construction drawings, equipment layouts, and installation requirements.
• Use RF and fiber test equipment confidently, including tools used for Sweep, PIM, and OTDR testing.
• Apply practical knowledge of RF fundamentals and basic electrical concepts, including grounding and power measurements.
• Lead crews effectively while communicating clearly with customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Work safely in active construction settings, including ladders, lifts, elevated areas, and physically demanding field conditions.
• Maintain a valid driver's license and be able to meet required safety training and role-related credential expectations.

Responsibilities

• Guide field crews through installation and closeout activities for indoor wireless projects at construction sites nationwide.
• Build and connect distributed antenna system infrastructure, including antennas, fiber, coax, structured cabling, amplification equipment, and associated hardware.
• Complete Sweep, PIM, and OTDR testing, diagnose performance issues, and document results for project turnover.
• Translate design packages, floor plans, and construction drawings into accurate field installation work.
• Coordinate day-to-day site activity with general contractors, customers, technicians, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Inspect workmanship, reinforce installation standards, and coach technicians on safe and efficient field practices.
• Track installation progress, site conditions, test data, and other field documentation needed to keep projects moving.
• Travel weekly across the United States and support occasional night or weekend work based on project schedules.

Skills

Field installation

DAS/Wireless systems

Fiber & Coax

Reading design plans

RF test equipment

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Tools

OTDR

PIM tester

Job description

Blue Signal Search is representing a client expanding its field delivery capabilities and seeking an experienced Lead DAS Technician to deploy critical in-building wireless infrastructure across the United States.

The role combines hands-on technical work with field team leadership, offering substantial ownership and opportunities to work across DAS, WiFi, Small Cell, fiber, coax, and related wireless technologies.