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What they do
A Telecommunications Field Technician telecommunications Field Service Technician installs, repairs and maintains voice, data and video systems for a company's customers at the customer site. Prepares and documents a customer's network prior to implementing telecommunication system. Installs IP, network equipment and facilities. Acts as the first point of issue resolution, responds to field engineering issues and troubleshooting telecommunication problems. May train less experienced field technicians.
$66,663 / year median in Tennessee
+5% projected growth
Job Description
IBS/IDAS
(In-Building Systems, Distributed Antenna Systems) ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) Physical Security The team supports a wide range of in-building wireless projects across Federal, State, and Local government, as well as education, transportation, stadiums/venues, and healthcare. Projects include construction, installation, and maintenance of in-building wireless access points and DAS infrastructure. Role Overview This position supports projects throughout Tennessee, including DAS and low-voltage installations, public safety systems, fiber and coax work, ODAS/IDAS deployments, new construction, and existing campus upgrades. Work is performed across the state with occasional travel to Virginia. Travel Requirements Up to 50% travel (worst-case scenario) Overnight stays for up to 4 nights at a time Company vehicle provided for travel Hotels covered Per diem for overnight travel Key Responsibilities Install and test coax, fiber, and low-voltage cabling Rack and stack equipment; dress and label cables Perform coax and fiber testing (OTDR, Fluke, and other industry-standard testing equipment) Read blueprints and schematics Delegate tasks and lead small jobs Document work through photos and reporting to management Work with various OEM and telecommunications equipment manufacturers Install and work with ½" coax and fiber-based DAS systems Top Skills 3+ years of cable installation experience (Coax, Fiber, Low Voltage). DAS or single-mode fiber splicing experience is a major plus. Experience overseeing ISP/network cable construction, including rack/stack, terminations, and testing. Strong troubleshooting skills with coax and fiber test equipment. Ability to lead a helper, interpret blueprints, delegate tasks, and run small jobs. Additional Qualifications Hardworking, reliable, and customer-facing Strong communication skills Ability to problem-solve and think critically Willingness to learn and take initiative Work Environment Monday-Friday schedule; current hours are 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Must be comfortable working on ladders and in commercial, hospital, government, and public-safety environments Must be open to statewide travel and overnight stays Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- 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 the 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.