Field Technician II-Central Gulf Coast
New Orleans, Louisiana
Contract
Join a leading global telecommunications technology company supporting a high-profile Verizon wireless network deployment in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a contract opportunity for a Field Technician II with strong hands-on experience in wireless network installations, integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting, preferably with Samsung wireless equipment.
This role offers the opportunity to work on next-generation wireless infrastructure alongside experienced R&D, RF Engineering, Core Networking, and Program Management teams. If you enjoy field work, solving technical challenges, and supporting large-scale network deployments, this position provides valuable experience with leading wireless technologies while expanding your expertise in Samsung network equipment and multi-vendor environments.
Contract Duration: 6–12 Months
Required Skills & Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in the wireless telecommunications industry
- Hands-on field experience with equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Experience installing, integrating, and commissioning wireless network equipment
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills
- Experience supporting LTE/VoLTE wireless deployments
- Working knowledge of base station equipment (Samsung preferred; Ericsson or Alcatel Lucent acceptable)
- Experience installing and integrating Cisco CSR routers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification
- Previous Samsung wireless equipment experience
- Experience supporting Verizon wireless deployment projects
- Knowledge of CDMA/EVDO technologies
- Experience with T-1, ATM backbone, and microwave backhaul transmission
- Experience supporting RMA tracking and documentation
- Peer training or mentoring experience
- Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in fast-paced field environments
Tech Breakdown
- 60% Samsung Wireless Equipment Installation, Integration & Commissioning
- 25% Cisco CSR Routers & Network Troubleshooting
- 15% Documentation, RMA Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- 75% Hands-on field installation, integration, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting
- 10% Documentation, reporting, and RMA tracking
- 15% Collaboration with RF Engineering, Core Networking, Program Management, and Technical Support teams
- You will receive the following benefits:
- 42/hr
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Fully Onsite
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.
Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
What you didn’t know about us:
- Competitive salary
- Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
- Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!
We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!
We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.
We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.