Network Deployment Service

Title: Telecom Network Installation Technician / MDU Network Deployment Technician

Location: Dallas, TX – candidates must be local

Duration: 6+ months

Position Summary

Responsible for the physical installation, configuration, and testing of MDU network infrastructure. This includes installing DPUs, Remote Terminals, and End-Run splitters, running Cat6a and coax cabling, and ensuring proper grounding and signal performance across multi-dwelling unit properties.

Key Responsibilities

1.Equipment Installation

- Install the Switch (DPU) indoors or outdoors, including the 95W power supply and AC outlet if none exists.

- Install the Remote Terminal (RT) on rooftops (pitched or flat) or via J-pole mount.

- Install and mount End-Run splitters inside or outside the building.

- Install DPU distribution coax, including 1:2 or 1:3 horizontal parent/mid-run splitters.

2. Cabling & Wiring

- Run Cat6a (F/UTP) outdoor-rated Ethernet cable from the DPU to the RT on the roof.

- Work with existing RG6/RG11 coax cabling and LU Coax (existing building cabling, not installed by us).

- Terminate Cat6a shielded Ethernet cabling with RJ45 connectors using T-568B pinout standards.

- Install and connect the Stand-alone Power over Ethernet (POE) injector to supply power to the RT.

3. Configuration & Testing

- Configure switches and remote terminals.

- Administer speed tests through internal and external sources.

- Perform point-to-point Line of Sight (LoS) checks.

- Aim and path mm-Wave radios.

- Manage coax loss (dB loss per 100 ft, dB loss through splitters).

Design & Documentation

- Generate building designs and splitter mapping (sub-location assignments).

- Understand building base addressing and sublocations.

- Apply acceptable grounding practices.

4. Required Skills & Experience

- Hands-on experience with Cat6a shielded Ethernet cabling and RJ45 termination.

- Experience with RG6/RG11 coax cabling and working around other utilities (CATV).

- Knowledge of acceptable grounding practices and coax loss management.

- Ability to configure switches and remote terminals.

- Experience with point-to-point Line of Sight (LoS) and mm-Wave radio aiming/pathing.

- Proficiency in administering speed tests.

- Ability to generate building designs and splitter maps.

- Comfortable working on rooftops (pitched and flat).

- Safe drilling practices.

5. Required Tools & Materials

- All-in-One Stripping Tool.

- EXO Crimp Frame with EXO Die for ezEX-RJ45 connectors.

- ezEX48 CAT6A Shielded RJ45 External Ground connectors.

- External Ground Crimp Tool.

- Fluke LinkIQ Cable Network Tester.

- Cat6a F/UTP Outdoor Rated Cable.

- T-568B Pinout Standard compliance.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work on rooftops and at heights.

- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

- Ability to lift and carry tools and materials as required for installation.