RF Cabling Technician - Field Install & Test

Henkels-; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD

401K

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Public Holidays

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. seeks an RF Installer to join a team at a customer site in Washington, DC. You will install RF antennas and cabling, test systems, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of structured cabling or RF experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain DHS EOD clearance. Requires own tools and willingness to work early shifts in a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in structured cabling or RF systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics/telecommunications training preferred.
• Experience with RF system installation, telecom, or field service work.
• Knowledge of cabling standards (fiber, coax, Cat5/6) and RF safety protocols.
• Experience with 4.3 and N type connectors.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and carry 25 lbs.; own tools required.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, and secure RF antennas, cabling, and hardware.
• Perform RF system testing, troubleshooting, calibration, and validation.
• Install grounding, surge protection, and weatherproofing per safety codes.
• Operate RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, SWR meters).
• Ensure OSHA, FCC regulations, and company safety standards are met.
• Provide technical support to customers or internal stakeholders during/after installation.
• Identify installation issues and recommend technical solutions to improve reliability.

Skills

RF installation

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Cable standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; electronics/telecommunications training preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

4.3 and N connectors

Job description

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. seeks an RF Installer to join a team at a customer site in Washington, DC. You will install RF antennas and cabling, test systems, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of structured cabling or RF experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain DHS EOD clearance. Requires own tools and willingness to work early shifts in a 40-hour week.