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CATV Technician

TriStruX
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/5/2025

CATV Technician (MDU Installations)

Company Background:
Founded in 1977, TriStruX provides comprehensive turnkey telecommunications service solutions to the industry's largest wireless telecom carriers, equipment OEMs, MSOs, and tower companies. The company leverages in-house and subcontracted labor to accommodate all aspects of the telecommunications industry, focusing on telecommunication, fiber, 5G and civil installation and construction services in the largest US metro areas and more than 20 states nationally. In December 2021, the company completed an investment for majority control from Huron Capital, a Private Equity firm based in Detroit, MI. The company competes in markets leveraging an addressable market of $55B in annual wireless carrier capital spending.
Job Summary:
The CATV Technician plays a crucial role in the installation and optimization of in-building distribution systems within multi-dwelling units (MDUs). This position involves conducting surveys and installations related to the deployment of distribution equipment, ensuring the seamless integration of radio/antenna systems and necessary infrastructure. The technician will focus on delivering high-quality services while adhering to specific protocols and procedures throughout the installation process.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough site surveys in collaboration with the installation team to assess the MDU’s infrastructure and determine the optimal installation strategy based on the Building Access Agreement (BAA).
  • Evaluate the site for compatibility with the required equipment, including RT radio/antenna and distribution point units (DPU).
  • Install and configure in-building distribution equipment, ensuring proper integration from the RT radio/antenna down to the test modem within the MDU.
  • Coordinate the simultaneous installation of RT radio/antenna systems and in-building distributions, maintaining thorough documentation of each step.
  • Facilitate the installation of necessary power supplies, including USB-C cables for the DPU and test modem, ensuring a reliable power source from standard 120V AC outlets.
  • Ensure the RT radio/antenna is powered via ethernet cable from the DPU while adequately preparing for any reverse power feed (RPF) needs.
  • Implement end-to-end testing using a test modem to confirm successful signal Collaboration and Compliance:
  • Work closely with property management and construction teams to align installation efforts with project timelines and requirements.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and compliance regulations throughout the installation process, ensuring all work is executed to the highest standards.
Skills:
  • Experience in CATV installation, specifically with in-building distribution systems for MDUs.
  • Strong familiarity with RF theory, installation techniques for RT radios/antennas, and testing methodologies.
  • Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces safely and competently.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills to coordinate among various stakeholders.
Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in telecommunications or related fields is preferred.
  • At least five years of related experience required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the role that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. These duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
TriStruX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: TriStruX is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All employment decisions at TriStruX are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. TriStruX will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. TriStruX encourages applicants of all ages.

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