Lead DAS Installer

About the role

Seeking an experienced Lead DAS Technician to support Distributed Antenna System (DAS), public safety, fiber, coax, and low-voltage installations across new construction and existing facilities, including campuses, hospitals, schools, stadiums, and other commercial environments. Projects span Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, with occasional travel to other markets and overnight stays during the work week. This role is responsible for advanced DAS installations, troubleshooting, testing, and field leadership within a small team environment. The technician will lead work activities, coordinate with contractors, and support project delivery across a variety of wireless infrastructure deployments.

Responsibilities

• Lead DAS installation projects in commercial, healthcare, education, transportation, public safety, and large venue environments.
• Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and maintain DAS infrastructure, including fiber optic and coaxial cabling systems.
• Perform system testing and validation using tools such as JDSU, Anritsu, PIM testing, sweep testing, and fiber testing equipment.
• Support ODAS and IDAS deployments, wireless access point installations, and related low-voltage telecommunications systems.
• Interpret project documentation and execute installation activities according to project requirements.
• Provide field leadership, oversee quality of work, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and support small installation teams.
• Troubleshoot RF and DAS system issues and implement effective solutions in the field.
• Interface directly with customers, project stakeholders, and other trades on job sites.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in DAS, RF, cellular, wireless access point, or related low-voltage telecommunications environments.
• Strong hands-on DAS installation and troubleshooting experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience, including project coordination, quality control, vendor management, reporting, or team oversight.
• Experience with testing and troubleshooting DAS systems using industry-standard equipment.
• Ability to work independently, solve complex technical problems, and lead field activities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with one or more of the following platforms and technologies: JMA, ADRF, SOLiD, Comba, SpiderCloud, Ericsson systems and radios.
• Additional experience with DAS design reviews or site surveys is a plus.

Desired Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking abilities
• Leadership and team coordination skills
• Professional customer-facing communication
• Reliable work ethic and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and grow within the organization

Work Environment

• Monday through Friday schedule; typical shifts are 7:00 AM-4:00 PM or 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, depending on project requirements.
• Frequent travel throughout Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, with overnight stays during the week as needed.
• Work performed in commercial facilities, hospitals, schools, public safety environments, government buildings, and stadiums.
• Regular use of ladders and work in active construction and operational environments.
• Opportunities for overtime based on project demands.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay range: $25.00 - $33.00/hr.
• Benefits (if eligible): Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available); Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Application Deadline

Anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.