Field Technician I

Job Title: Field Technician I

Reports to: Project Manager

Location: Seattle, WA

Pay range: $29.00/hr – $36.00/hr (Non-Exempt)

 

About DAS Simplified

 

Light up your career path and join the DAS Simplified team, a division of Cochran, Inc. and a leading provider of cellular and Emergency Responder Radio Communication System (ERRCS) solutions. We specialize in system design and integration, troubleshooting, coverage assessments, maintenance and monitoring, and recertification services. Our team has delivered millions of square feet of wireless coverage for hundreds of clients across healthcare, office, manufacturing, retail, residential, institutional, warehouse, and government facilities throughout the United States.

 

Established in 2011, DAS Simplified is headquartered in Seattle and serves customers nationwide. Our team consists of experienced construction and telecommunications professionals who have deployed complex wireless solutions in hundreds of facilities. Our designers are FCC-certified and iBwave-certified engineers with extensive manufacturer certifications and BICSI RCDD credentials, delivering industry-leading expertise from design through deployment.

 

Our values are proven, not explained:

 

• Be Transparent.
• Be Kind.
• Be Accountable.
• Be Respectful.
• Be Proactive.
• Be Inspired.
• Be Brilliant.
   

About the Role

 

A successful DAS Simplified Field Technician I performs on-site radio frequency (RF) coverage data collection in new construction and occupied buildings, then post-processes the collected data into accurate survey and annual recertification reports. The Field Technician I also periodically provides hands-on site support to senior Field Technicians and Engineering during routine system commissioning.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform RF coverage surveys and annual recertification testing.
• Collect, process, and document RF survey data and reports.
• Support DAS equipment installation, configuration, testing, and documentation.
• Assemble and test RF cabling.
• Assist with commissioning activities under the direction of senior technicians and Engineering.
• Follow approved procedures, drawings, safety requirements, and project documentation standards.
• Identify routine issues and escalate concerns outside assigned authority.
• Maintain accurate field records, timekeeping, and expense reporting.
• Communicate professionally with project stakeholders.
• Participate in process improvement efforts.
• Travel and work overtime as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications & Technical Proficiencies:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical coursework in electronics, telecommunications, RF technology, construction technology, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, PDF editing software, and company-approved systems.
• Ability to learn and use RF survey, testing, data collection, and reporting applications.
• Operate basic RF test equipment, hand tools, and field technologies under supervision.
• Follow commissioning plans, drawings, procedures, and documentation standards.
• Accurately collect, organize, and document field data.
• Recognize common technical issues and escalate concerns appropriately.

 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work in office, travel, and active construction or occupied-building environments with exposure to varying site conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and 75 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to walk long distances, climb stairs and ladders, work in confined or restricted-access areas, and perform physical field activities for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and technology while meeting visual and communication requirements necessary for field work.

 

Why DAS Simplified?

 

Company Benefits

 

PTO | 401k | Medical, Dental & Vision | Life Insurance | Seven Paid Holidays | Voluntary Benefits | EAP

 

DEIB Statement

 

DAS Simplified (a division of Cochran, Inc.) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

Accessibility Statement

 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DAS Simplified (a division of Cochran, Inc.) is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact: [email protected].

 

Compensation (Pay Range): $29.00/hr – $36.00/hr (Non-Exempt)

 

An employee's compensation level within the range will be based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location, experience, relevant education, qualifications, skills, organizational needs, and performance.

 

Join DAS Simplified (a division of Cochran, Inc.) and bring your expertise in Electrical Construction to a company dedicated to innovation and excellence. We are excited to welcome a leader who will be pivotal in our continued growth and success!