Das Telecom Technician

**Distributed Antenna System (DAS) Technician**

If you want to be part of something big in the exciting and dynamic world of global telecommunications, come and join our team.

**About the Job**

This position will be responsible for securing the knowledge base to effectively install, operate, and maintain DAS Systems. (Distributed Antenna Systems). In addition, the individual will be required to have knowledge in performing site assessments, evaluation of existing electrical telco interface systems. Effectively generate CAD drawings as required. Also able to perform basic RF antenna work.

**Responsibilities**
- Read and interpret design drawings, blueprints, and installation guides.
- Install and secures cables, mount hardware as described in drawings and notes.
- Place, cut, prepare, terminate and secure copper coaxial and optical fiber to their respective connectors, affix splitters based on designs.
- Terminate, test, and troubleshoot cables and antennas.
- Update customer prints, documentation, and facilitate document storage.
- Accurately report status, material usage, and expenses.
- Contribute to creating a professional and safe work environment.

**Qualifications**
- At least 3 years of related work experience with in-building DAS s systems for Public Safety and Cellular solutions.
- Knowledge of OUC (office of unified communications) requirements and standards of installation (DC metro specific requirement).
- Installation experience with at least one of the following OEM systems: JMA Wireless, Westell, Commscope (Andrew), Corning (MobileAccess), ADRF, GST, or Solid in-building.
- Competency / hands-on experience in utilizing Antrisu for signal propagation and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with wireless technologies CDMA, EVDO, GSM, CDMA, UMTS, W-CDMA and LTE.
- Knowledge of passive repeater-based equipment is preferred, General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) is a plus.
- Perform infrastructure installation for cable trays, racks, cabinets, etc.
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Visio, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to install pathways, spaces, bonding, grounding and fire-stopping.

Success in the Role
- Possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks.
- Ability to travel as needed; must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Understand and adhere to NEC, ANSI/TIA, BICSI, and local building codes, standards.
- Ability to work alone, with strong multi-tasking skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

**Work Environment**
- Regular hours are 7AM- 3PM,8:00AM- 4:00 pm or 9:00AM - 5:00PM, however some flexibility is required (evenings/nights at times required)
- Year-round, hands-on work on rooftop cell sites and towers
- Work outside, at heights or in confined spaces
- Heavy lifting, manual work and proficient use of installation tools
- Work with a team of 3-5 technicians on a range of projects including site build, maintenance, upgrade, and decommission

**Working with Excel**

Excel offers a generous and competitive employee benefits package including:

- Extended Health Care
- Vision Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance

About Excel Group Inc.

Founded in 2001, Excel provides our customers across Canada and the United Stated a full turnkey service offering including material management, network design, engineering, deployment, integration, and network maintenance. As one of Canada’s leading and most trusted Network Services and Solutions providers, Excel delivers a broad spectrum of industry-leading and best-in-class design, infrastructure, and connectivity solutions.

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Telecommunications: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person