DAS Installation Technician

AFL provides industry-leading fiber optic products and services across the globe. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and now we manufacture over two thousand products, employ over 5,000 associates and consistently generate annual sales in excess of a billion dollars in revenue. With our commitment to professional growth and employee development, let AFL "Connect" you to your next career opportunity!

The DAS Technician is a hands‑on role that will work closely with the Construction Manager and other Installation Technicians. The duties will include, but not limited to: installing DAS and BTS wireless equipment, including the installation of outdoor and indoor antennas, coaxial cable, CATV cable, fiber optic cable, CAT 5 cable, DC power cable and other appropriate components to NEC standards.

Up to 80% travel.

• Installing DAS wireless equipment using any combination of external and internal antennas, coaxial cable, CATV cable, fiber optic cable, CAT 5 cable and other appropriate components to NEC standard at customer job sites.
• Mounting rack, wall and ceiling electronic DAS components.
• Fusion splice fiber and test.
• Connectorize 50-ohm RF cable and test.
• Troubleshoot new and existing DAS systems.
• RF coverage testing and optimization, pre and post construction.
• RF and cabling site surveys.
• Competence in computer skills such as IP interfaces to GUI programmable systems.
• Background and skillset for wiring DC power plants and low voltage circuits.
• RF cable sweep, PIM and fiber testing.
• Complete job‑related documentation and record keeping.
• Keep the customer and company informed of progress of installation.

• Analytical thinking – exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decisions.
• Conflict management and resolution skills – build consensus, anticipate and solve problems.
• Results focused – ability to organize and manage multiple, and at times competing priorities.
• Communication skills – demonstrate communication skills necessary to interpret policies in situations requiring persuasion and prepare and present presentations.
• Relationship building skills – ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce.

• 3+ years of strongly related experience with BTS and DAS installations.
• Knowledge of the terminology used in the in‑building Distributed Antenna System (DAS) industry.
• Must have the ability to install, terminate & splice fiber optical cables. Strong understanding of DAS and BTS infrastructure and related services.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Finger and wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts & rooftops utilizing proper fall protection.
• Proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Comprehensive understanding of contract scope and requirements for proactive management of projects and integration into processes.
• Must be willing and able to travel 80‑100%.

• Use of small hand tools.
• Use of power tools.
• Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
• Carrying of loads up & down stairs.
• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions; chemicals & solvents; mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
• General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. But ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
• Work indoor/outdoor with variable conditions.
• Regional travel required.
• Must be able to work in the United States.