Telecommunications Technician - Kearney - NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company

Description

Job Title: Super Tech / Sr. Field Engineer

Location: Nebraska

Overview

This role leads advanced field engineering activities, including installation, integration, testing, documentation, and field leadership for wireless network deployment projects. The position requires expert-level hands-on skills, strong communication abilities, and deep technical knowledge across LTE/5G RAN, transmission, and IP networking.

Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning

• Install, integrate, and commission RAN equipment in accordance with required standards.
• Install, commission, and integrate Juniper ACX series routers following manufacturer specifications.
• Support on-site field work, including technical tasks, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of backhaul and transmission methodologies.

Integration & Testing

• Collaborate with RF engineers and remote testers to ensure site readiness and KPI alignment.
• Execute RMA processes, including on-site troubleshooting, equipment replacement, and required documentation.
• Conduct or assist with field engineering activities for field trials (FIT/FOA/FFA).
• Execute RF field test plans supporting technology features and performance validation.
• Drive field integration testing efforts for key 4G/5G features, including test plan development, cross-functional coordination, test execution, data review, issue analysis, and quality validation.
• Manage walk and drive testing activities in the field.
• Perform ad-hoc field testing as needed.

Documentation & Reporting

• Provide daily activity updates to the Regional Field Operations Manager.
• Prepare reports and presentations, analyze data, and communicate findings, recommendations, and conclusions effectively.
• Schedule and assign tasks and site work to Field Technicians.
• Serve as a customer liaison, ensuring alignment with customer processes, design procedures, and handoff requirements.
• Create, follow, and update work tickets within ticketing systems.

Leadership & Communication

• Review internal documentation for accuracy and recommend updates as needed.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, site leads, and customer contacts.
• Represent the Field Operations Team in project meetings to report on progress across sites, markets, and regions.
• Support subcontractors through field training efforts aimed at expanding technical expertise.
• Provide direction to internal and external field engineers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Interface with customers and engineering teams through calls and on-site activities.
• Collaborate with hardware and software design groups to support debugging and resolution efforts.
• Support RF Engineering deliverables and perform limited project management activities.
• Create or assist in the creation of CIQs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 10+ years of directly related telecom installation, integration, or maintenance experience, or 15+ years of directly related experience without the degree.
• Practical hands-on Linux skills used daily for operational tasks.
• Field or network engineering experience in wireless network design and implementation, including LTE/5G, IP, routing/switching, commissioning, and RF design/performance.
• Ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering direction and provide clear technical guidance.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or within a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Ability to travel on short notice more than 75% of the time.

Preferred

• Experience with GIS and mapping tools.
• Experience with LTE/5G RAN equipment from major vendors.
• CBRS CPI certification.

Tools & Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge in 4G/5G deployment, testing, optimization, and troubleshooting for mmWave and Sub-6 GHz systems.
• Experience using UE data collection and post-processing tools (e.g., Accuver XCAL, XCAP).
• Experience testing and trialing advanced 4G/5G features.
• Knowledge of CBRS, Massive-MIMO, and TDD systems.
• Solid understanding of RF fundamentals and data networking protocols.
• Advanced working knowledge of major base station vendor equipment (e.g., Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson).
• Proficiency with MS Office products.