# Telecom Civil Technician

> CED Systems · Chicago, United States · Contract · Posted 2026-05-06

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Tower Operations

## Description

We are deploying infrastructure for 5G Networks. A telecommunications startup focused on efficient and strategic support to the nationwide 5G deployment, helping OEMs and operators achieve enhanced connectivity for their networks.

**Summary**

We are seeking a skilled Telecommunications Civil Technician responsible for the proper installation, operation, testing, maintenance and optimal performance of equipment associated with wireless cellular network.

**Job Description/Responsibilities:**

-   Ability to perform Small Cell Installation in cabinets and at heights.
-   Understanding of equipment and inventory control.
-   Ability to troubleshoot RF and Fiber line issues on Small Cell cabinets or poles
-   Reads and interprets work orders to determine work to be done, as well as completing paperwork for jobs that are finished.
-   Read prints and wire cabinets and run/label fiber jumpers in hub and on poles.
-   Set up safety in work zone according to prints on TCP (Traffic Control Plan)
-   Follow safety rules and practices, complying with OSHA standards
-   Serves existing accounts by analyzing work orders, planning daily travel schedule, investigating complaints, conducting tests, and resolving problems.
-   Establish service by studying system requirements, ordering, and gathering components, completing installation, and performing acceptance tests.
-   Install and perform maintenance on customer’s OEM equipment.
-   Build and maintain rapport with customers by examining complaints, identifying solutions, suggesting improved methods/techniques, and recommending system improvements.
-   Ensure personal equipment operates properly by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
-   Document service and installation actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
-   Maintain customer confidence by keeping service information confidential.
-   Coordinate customer contact, access to customer premises, and customer test and acceptance on small and medium jobs.
-   Test installed system for adherence to specifications and evaluate reception.
-   Maintain vehicle and installation/service parts inventory. Keep workplace clean and organized. Submit required reports in a timely fashion.
-   Ensure that the highest quality of service is provided to promote superior customer satisfaction.
-   Attend formal or informal training to maintain/upgrade knowledge, skill, and performance levels.
-   Build upon knowledge base by reading professional publications.
-   Adhere to safety guidelines and requirements.
-   Capture Pre/Post pictures and complete site report as per customer standards
-   Other duties as assigned.

## Requirements

-   Must have a valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
-   Basic Safety certifications (OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid, BBP, RF Awareness, PPE...etc)
-   Experience with Nokia System & Airscale modules and radios.
-   Installations Circuit Breakers, GPS Kit, LAN Connections, CPRI Fibers.

-   Willing to participate in on-call shifts that include nights and weekends.
-   Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
-   High school diploma and/or equivalent work experience or a combination of both.
-   Generally, requires 3+ years of field technical operations and/or network construction or related experience in a fast-paced environment.
-   A combination of both technical operations and construction experience is preferred.

**Other Qualifications:**

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the necessary functions of this position.

-   Ability to lift to 75 pounds or more.
-   Ability to work indoors in poorly ventilated areas such as attics during extreme heat/cold.
-   Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, and cleaning solutions.
-   Work outdoors in varying weather conditions during the day and night.
-   Standing, Walking, Sitting, use of hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl, speak and hear, taste and smell
-   Work performed near power lines and electricity.
-   Ability to use basic installation tools and hand tools.
-   Knowledge of fiber construction tools and equipment.
-   Ability to use technical skills to work independently and within a team and execute responsibilities as well as solve problems
-   Ability to communicate with customers in a clear and straight forward manner.

## Benefits

-   Team Member Discount Program
-   Referral Program
-   Certification Training and Assistance

## Apply

[Apply at CED Systems](https://apply.workable.com/cedsys/j/74C016B081/apply)

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