Field Deployment Technician I or II

The Field Deployment Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of network equipment including microwave and millimeter-wave radios, routers, switches, fiber and copper cabling, and Wi‑Fi systems, both indoors and outdoors. The position requires working at heights, participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation, performing site surveys, documenting as‑builts, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have hands‑on networking experience, strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently in fast‑paced environments, and a valid driver’s license.

Perform installations, troubleshoot and repair of Astound Broadband Powered by Wave infrastructure including network connections from microwave and millimeter-wave radio headend to backbone equipment/hardware (interior and exterior) Part of a 24/7 on-call rotation Perform connects and disconnects, upgrades, downgrades, and relocates; install additional hand‑offs and install or remove equipment Network Equipment Installation and Troubleshooting:
Radio installation - microwave and millimeter-wave equipment. Routers and Switches Cable Placement
-Terminations and Splicing - Optical fiber and copper Wi‑Fi Equipment - indoor‑outdoor Basic DC/AC installation, knowledge and best practices As‑Builts and Documentation – Create build history/document and upload to the internal Wiki Perform Site Survey Various tasks and special projects assigned by manager associated with the organization and company with the emphasis of driving efficiency and optimization

Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials RF awareness preferred (will certify) Basic to Intermediate experience is required in the following areas:
Physical, data‑link and network protocols and architectures Routers Firewalls and switches System load balancing and redundant system architecture. Able to set up and or design simple to complex network involving wireless equipment, Cisco switches and routers Demonstrates ability to diagnose and solve problems Exhibits the ability to follow direction and possesses the ability to follow through Must enjoy the challenge of technical concepts and communicate those concepts at varying levels Basic experience with LAN and WAN Technology Ability to comply with all Company implemented safety procedures Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills Basic knowledge of DC components and best practices Basic understanding of the physical network layer, CAT 5e/6, 66 blocks, 110 blocks, patch panels, fiber optic cables, etc.

Ability to work in fast‑paced and dynamic environments with limited supervision Ability to work independently Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly Must have the ability to communicate by telephone, correspondence, and in person Must possess a good command of the English language, including excellent enunciation, grammar and lack of slang Must possess a Valid driver's license

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match
• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance
• Paid Time Off/Vacation:
  Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure…