Telecommunications Technician

NextEdge; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge is hiring an Telecommunications Technician I for small cell work in Nashville, Tennessee. The role involves construction, repair, and maintenance of small cell towers and related structures, with training provided on PPE and specialized equipment.

The position requires ability to interpret RF data sheets and drawings, perform testing (RF, PIM, fiber), and install antennas, grounding, and connectors on carrier sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency reading construction drawings, RF data sheets, and understanding electrical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to support small cell construction and maintenance activities, ensuring timely completion of project milestones.
• Follow OSHA and company-specific EHS guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues using diagnostic methods and repair techniques.
• Conduct equipment testing, including sweep testing, PIM testing, and fiber testing, to confirm system performance and specifications.
• Install RF and antenna system components such as antennas, TMA’s, RRU’s, diplexers, coax, grounding, weatherproofing, connectors, and hardware.
• Participate in development and training opportunities to build understanding of telecom systems and tools.
• Read and interpret basic construction drawings and RF data sheets for proper installation and alignment.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Independent worker

DOT compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

elecommunications Technician I- Small Cell

Job Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing construction, repair, and maintenance of small cell towers and accompanying structures. This includes system testing, rigging, grounding, coax/fiber handling, and connector installation. Operates independently on moderately complex systems. Entry level position will be trained in proper PPE usage, and specialized equipment operation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to support small cell construction and maintenance activities, ensuring timely completion of project milestones, including assembling/erecting sites, installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
• Follow OSHA and company-specific EHS guidelines while performing tasks, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues using diagnostic methods and repair techniques.
• Conduct equipment testing, including sweep testing, Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing, and fiber testing, to confirm system performance and compliance with specifications.
• Installation of RF and antenna system components such as antennas, TMA's, RRU's, diplexers, coax, hybrids, grounding, supports, weatherproofing, connectors, hardware, etc.) knowledge and experience of major carrier sites including upgrades, MODS, NSB, Electrical, Civil, DAS, Small Cells, etc.
• Actively participate in development and training opportunities to build a solid understanding of telecom systems, industry tools, and equipment.
• Read and interpret basic construction drawings, RF data sheets, and other documentation to ensure proper installation and system alignment.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred and Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and understanding construction drawings, RF data sheets, and advanced electrical concepts.

Skills Required

• Strong communication skills to articulate technical issues and progress both verbally and electronically.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions on moderately complex tasks.
• Ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required

• Ability to work in varied weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme conditions.
• Ability to travel and work in remote locations outside of metropolitan areas.
• Desire and physical ability to work at elevation within a bucket truck or manlift, carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.