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# Operations Technician - DAS / Telecommunications

- **Company:** The Wireless
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $83,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Radio-Frequency Identification, Wi-Fi Technology, Data Archiving Service, Coax
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=89fd5881079dbf5a

## About the Role

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with DAS equipment, coaxial cable, fiber optics, antennas, carrier base station equipment, and telecommunications testing equipment., * Ability to perform hands-on telecommunications construction, installation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting activities.

 * Ability to pull and install cable, mount telecommunications equipment, assemble equipment racks, and perform connectorization.
 * Ability to work with coaxial cable, fiber optic cable, antennas, DAS equipment, and associated telecommunications infrastructure.
 * Ability to safely use specialized telecommunications testing equipment in field environments.
 * Ability to support active DAS venues and respond to maintenance, warranty, and modernization requirements.

Experience

 * Hands-on knowledge and experience with the proper handling, installation, and support of coaxial cable.
 * Certification or demonstrated qualification in terminating coaxial cable.
 * Knowledge and experience installing fiber optic cable.
 * Experience installing DAS equipment and antennas.
 * Experience with Carrier Base Station and other telecommunications head-end equipment.
 * Experience with cable testing, system troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, CW testing, and commissioning.
 * Proficiency with testing equipment such as Solutelia, Anritsu, PIM, and OTDR.
 * Ability to interpret RF data, coaxial sweep tests, OTDR results, and CAT cable testing.
 * Familiarity with telecommunications OEM technologies such as Airspan, Solid, JMA, ADRF, and Andrew is preferred.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and utilize company project management tools., * DAS: 2 years (Preferred)

## Description

The Operations Technician serves as a key field resource responsible for maintaining contractual warranty and maintenance obligations while supporting the installation, testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and preventative maintenance of telecommunications systems., * Support the Operations Manager and Director of Construction Services with the implementation and maintenance of telecommunications facilities, including DAS, Wi-Fi, cell towers, Femto-Cells, and Small Cells.

 * Perform telecommunications construction activities, including cable pulling, connector installation, equipment mounting, and rack assembly.
 * Install, handle, and support coaxial and fiber optic cabling.
 * Install DAS equipment, antennas, Carrier Base Station equipment, and other head-end equipment.
 * Test coaxial and fiber optic lines and troubleshoot system performance issues.
 * Perform preventative maintenance, CW testing, and system commissioning.
 * Interpret RF data collection, coaxial sweep test results, OTDR results, and CAT cable testing.
 * Utilize telecommunications testing equipment such as Solutelia, Anritsu, PIM, and OTDR equipment.
 * Maintain required technical certifications and remain current on relevant telecommunications technologies and OEM equipment.
 * Follow all company policies, procedures, and operational requirements.
 * Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor., * Gain hands-on exposure to DAS, Wi-Fi, Small Cells, fiber optics, RF systems, and other telecommunications solutions.
 * Develop technical expertise across installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning.
 * Work with equipment and technologies from leading telecommunications OEMs.
 * Opportunity to maintain and expand relevant technical certifications.