Telecommunications Engineer

The Judge Group; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications services provider is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Engineer III in Milwaukee, WI (hybrid: 3 days onsite). The role involves conducting on-site surveys in multi-dwelling buildings, assessing existing coax and Ethernet infrastructure, and generating design layouts. Candidates should have hands-on experience with cabling, the ability to safely use ladders, and experience coordinating with property owners. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in telecom assessments in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working with coax and Ethernet cabling.
• Ability to safely use ladders and access rooftops or elevated areas.
• Experience communicating and coordinating with property owners or building stakeholders.
• Ability to create basic technical diagrams or layouts following a site assessment.
• General understanding of building structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site surveys at multi-dwelling and multi-tenant buildings.
• Document cabling and infrastructure details.
• Recommend methods for installing company services and equipment.
• Generate design layouts summarizing survey findings.
• Schedule site visits with property owners.
• Access rooftops or elevated locations as needed; some surveys may require ladder use or rooftop entry via hatch.

Skills

Hands-on experience with coax cabling

Ability to use ladders safely

Experience in communication with property owners

Ability to create technical diagrams

General understanding of building structures

Job description

Location: Milwaukee WI (Hybrid- 3 Days/week onsite)

Duration: 30 Months

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Telecommunications Engineer III to support field surveys, infrastructure assessments, and preliminary network design for multi‑dwelling and multi‑tenant environments. This role requires hands‑on work with coax/Ethernet infrastructure, direct interaction with property owners, and the ability to generate simple, accurate design layouts following each site survey.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform on‑site surveys at multi‑dwelling and multi‑tenant buildings to evaluate existing coax and Ethernet junction points.
• Access locked enclosures as needed (tools may be required) and document all relevant cabling and infrastructure details.
• Assess building conditions and recommend optimal methods for installing company services and equipment.
• Generate simple, clear design layouts summarizing survey findings; include photos where required.
• Schedule and coordinate site visits directly with property owners or building managers.
• Access rooftops or elevated locations when needed; some surveys may require ladder use or rooftop entry via hatch.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience working with coax and Ethernet cabling.
• Ability to safely use ladders and access rooftops or elevated areas.
• Experience communicating and coordinating with property owners or building stakeholders.
• Ability to create basic technical diagrams or layouts following a site assessment.
• General understanding of building structures and pathways to support equipment installation recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience conducting telecom or low‑voltage site surveys.
• Working knowledge of inside‑plant and building riser pathways.
• Familiarity with MDU/MTU environments or similar multi‑unit structures.