Motion Recruitment
Senior BDA/DAS Lead Technician (In-Building Wireless and Public Safety Specialist)
Duration: 6-12 months
Type: Contract
Base pay range $42.00/hr - $48.00/hr
Range is provided by Motion Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Additional Notes
This is a
senior-level field leadership position
requiring deep hands‑on experience in commissioning, optimizing, and troubleshooting
Public Safety (ERCES/ERRCS)
and
Commercial Cellular DAS
systems.
The ideal candidate must hold a
NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher
certification and demonstrate
expert proficiency with PIM, Sweep/VSWR, and OTDR testing
using tools like
Anritsu, PCTEL, or JDSU .
Role demands strong
on‑site project leadership , mentoring of junior technicians, and active coordination with
Project Managers, AHJs, and RF Engineers
to ensure code compliance (NFPA, IFC, NEC) and carrier‑grade quality.
Candidates should have current or recent
OEM certifications (CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA, or Comba)
and be capable of reading and interpreting
iBwave designs, blueprints, and schematics .
This is a
travel-intensive, field-based role
(approx. 30% driving) requiring the use of a
personal vehicle
for site visits and daily dispatch across enterprise locations.
Two virtual interviews
will be conducted with
Rich Jimenez, Andrew Johns, and Sheri Goodman , focusing on technical mastery, leadership, and compliance experience.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience: 10+ years of deep, hands‑on experience in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Public Safety (BDA) and Commercial Cellular DAS.
Certifications:
NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher is Mandatory.
OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Card.
Active/Current OEM certification on at least two major BDA/DAS platforms (e.g., CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA).
Expert-level skill in all RF and fiber testing procedures (Sweep/PIM/OTDR).
Demonstrated history of successfully leading field teams, acting as a site supervisor, or providing formal technical training.
Expert proficiency in IP interfaces for GUI-programmable systems and advanced knowledge of DC power plants and low-voltage circuits.
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
Desired Skills & Experience
OEM Level Certification from Comba, ADRF, Solid, JMA
Manufacturer-specific Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Certification.
What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities Technical Mastery & Quality Assurance (The Expert)
Commissioning & Optimization: Lead the final commissioning, integration, and optimization of multi‑carrier and public safety BDA/DAS systems (e.g., CommScope, ADRF, SOLiD, JMA, etc.).
Advanced Testing & Analysis: Perform and critically analyze PIM (Passive Intermodulation), Sweep/VSWR, and OTDR (Optical Time‑Domain Reflectometer) measurements. Utilize specialized test equipment (e.g., Anritsu Site Master, PCTEL analyzers, JDSU) to certify system performance and resolve complex signal integrity issues.
Advanced Troubleshooting: Serve as the final escalation point for diagnosing and resolving intermittent or sophisticated RF coverage, fiber optic, and head‑end equipment failures.
Compliance Leadership: Ensure strict adherence to NFPA 72, 1221, and 1225, IFC, NEC, and all local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. Oversee the preparation and successful execution of AHJ acceptance testing.
Design Interpretation: Proficiently read, interpret, and validate iBwave design files, construction blueprints, and schematics, providing necessary field adjustments and communicating deviations to the Project Manager.
Leadership, Mentorship, & Training (The Mentor)
Team Supervision & Mentorship: Actively mentor, coach, and provide structured, hands‑on training to junior and mid‑level technicians on proper installation techniques, safety protocols, equipment handling, and advanced troubleshooting methodologies.
On‑Site Project Management: Lead daily on‑site project operations, coordinating tasks, managing resource allocation, and ensuring a safe and productive work environment for the installation team and subcontractors.
Quality Control: Implement and enforce rigorous Quality Assurance (QA) checks throughout the installation process to minimize rework and guarantee first‑pass system acceptance.
Code Education: Proactively educate team members on the latest Public Safety code updates and best practices for compliance documentation.
Documentation & Stakeholder Communication
Project Closeout: Own the creation of comprehensive final project documentation, including test result packages, commissioning reports, detailed close‑out photos, and accurate red‑line drawings.
Client Interface: Serve as the primary technical interface for Project Managers, General Contractors, RF Engineers, building owners, and AHJ representatives, clearly articulating system status, technical challenges, and solutions.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
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Type: Contract
Base pay range $42.00/hr - $48.00/hr
Range is provided by Motion Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Additional Notes
This is a
senior-level field leadership position
requiring deep hands‑on experience in commissioning, optimizing, and troubleshooting
Public Safety (ERCES/ERRCS)
and
Commercial Cellular DAS
systems.
The ideal candidate must hold a
NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher
certification and demonstrate
expert proficiency with PIM, Sweep/VSWR, and OTDR testing
using tools like
Anritsu, PCTEL, or JDSU .
Role demands strong
on‑site project leadership , mentoring of junior technicians, and active coordination with
Project Managers, AHJs, and RF Engineers
to ensure code compliance (NFPA, IFC, NEC) and carrier‑grade quality.
Candidates should have current or recent
OEM certifications (CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA, or Comba)
and be capable of reading and interpreting
iBwave designs, blueprints, and schematics .
This is a
travel-intensive, field-based role
(approx. 30% driving) requiring the use of a
personal vehicle
for site visits and daily dispatch across enterprise locations.
Two virtual interviews
will be conducted with
Rich Jimenez, Andrew Johns, and Sheri Goodman , focusing on technical mastery, leadership, and compliance experience.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience: 10+ years of deep, hands‑on experience in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Public Safety (BDA) and Commercial Cellular DAS.
Certifications:
NICET In-Building Public Safety (IB-PCS) Level II or higher is Mandatory.
OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Card.
Active/Current OEM certification on at least two major BDA/DAS platforms (e.g., CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, JMA).
Expert-level skill in all RF and fiber testing procedures (Sweep/PIM/OTDR).
Demonstrated history of successfully leading field teams, acting as a site supervisor, or providing formal technical training.
Expert proficiency in IP interfaces for GUI-programmable systems and advanced knowledge of DC power plants and low-voltage circuits.
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
Desired Skills & Experience
OEM Level Certification from Comba, ADRF, Solid, JMA
Manufacturer-specific Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Certification.
What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities Technical Mastery & Quality Assurance (The Expert)
Commissioning & Optimization: Lead the final commissioning, integration, and optimization of multi‑carrier and public safety BDA/DAS systems (e.g., CommScope, ADRF, SOLiD, JMA, etc.).
Advanced Testing & Analysis: Perform and critically analyze PIM (Passive Intermodulation), Sweep/VSWR, and OTDR (Optical Time‑Domain Reflectometer) measurements. Utilize specialized test equipment (e.g., Anritsu Site Master, PCTEL analyzers, JDSU) to certify system performance and resolve complex signal integrity issues.
Advanced Troubleshooting: Serve as the final escalation point for diagnosing and resolving intermittent or sophisticated RF coverage, fiber optic, and head‑end equipment failures.
Compliance Leadership: Ensure strict adherence to NFPA 72, 1221, and 1225, IFC, NEC, and all local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements. Oversee the preparation and successful execution of AHJ acceptance testing.
Design Interpretation: Proficiently read, interpret, and validate iBwave design files, construction blueprints, and schematics, providing necessary field adjustments and communicating deviations to the Project Manager.
Leadership, Mentorship, & Training (The Mentor)
Team Supervision & Mentorship: Actively mentor, coach, and provide structured, hands‑on training to junior and mid‑level technicians on proper installation techniques, safety protocols, equipment handling, and advanced troubleshooting methodologies.
On‑Site Project Management: Lead daily on‑site project operations, coordinating tasks, managing resource allocation, and ensuring a safe and productive work environment for the installation team and subcontractors.
Quality Control: Implement and enforce rigorous Quality Assurance (QA) checks throughout the installation process to minimize rework and guarantee first‑pass system acceptance.
Code Education: Proactively educate team members on the latest Public Safety code updates and best practices for compliance documentation.
Documentation & Stakeholder Communication
Project Closeout: Own the creation of comprehensive final project documentation, including test result packages, commissioning reports, detailed close‑out photos, and accurate red‑line drawings.
Client Interface: Serve as the primary technical interface for Project Managers, General Contractors, RF Engineers, building owners, and AHJ representatives, clearly articulating system status, technical challenges, and solutions.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
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