Telecommunications Technician Job at NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company, Kearney, NE

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  • NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
  • Kearney, NE

Job 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.

Job Tags

For subcontractor, Remote work,

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