Field Installation Technician
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Job Description
We are seeking a Field Installation Technician based in Milford Iowa to install and service network and IT infrastructure across Iowa and surrounding areas.
This role will support projects across both RDIWorks and Thinix working on network installations IT infrastructure and structured cabling for businesses hospitality government healthcare and education.
Why Join Us
At RDI and Thinix youll be part of a fastgrowing nationally recognized technology company that values innovation expertise and integrity. If youre a handson technician with strong cabling and low voltage wiring skills and an interest in IT infrastructure we want to hear from you!
Position Overview:
This position involves:
- Cabling network installation diagnostics and debugging and infrastructure setup
- Documentation creation updates photos and labeling
- Installation of IT and networking hardware including WiFi access points switches servers and firewalls
- Security camera and lowvoltage system deployment
- Retrofitting and new construction installations
Key Responsibilities
Structured Cabling & Infrastructure:
- Install terminate and test Cat6 fiber optic coax and other lowvoltage cabling
- Perform cable routing through walls ceilings and outdoor/indoor transitions
- Set up and wire network racks including power data and fiber optics
- Run and manage conduit raceways and cable management solutions
- Diagnose and debug cable faults cable integrity issues and network performance with tools like Fluke or other cable test equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Installation of Network & IT Hardware:
- Mount configure and install WiFi access points (WAPs) network switches firewalls and servers
- Deploy and wire PoE devices (security cameras VoIP phones and other networked equipment)
- Be familiar with different PoE standards and methods
- Assist with POTStoVoIP conversions and related infrastructure updates
Construction & Retrofitting Support:
- Mount racks reposition equipment and install/retrofit infrastructure in both new and existing buildings
- Understand structural and electrical considerations when installing IT hardware
Field Support & Troubleshooting:
- Travel to customer locations for installations and service calls
- Work at heights using ladders or lifts as needed
- Understand and provide basic networking support (IP subnetting VLANs DHCP WiFi controllers VoIP Hardware)
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- Strong structured cabling experience (Cat6/Cat6A shielded and plenum cabling fiber termination / fiber trays / fiber patch panels and cables and lowvoltage wiring)
- Installation experience with WiFi access points network hardware security cameras and VoIP systems
- Ability to wire and install network racks and handle power/data/fiber configurations
- Comfortable working at heights and using tools for infrastructure retrofitting
- Basic networking knowledge (CompTIA A level; Network is a plus)
- Strong problemsolving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to climb ladders and lift 50 lbs.
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel as needed.
Bonus Skills:
- Experience with WiFi networks controllers and different topologies
- Familiarity with POTStoVoIP conversions and related wiring/configuration
- Construction experience for mounting racks planning installations identifying alternative solutions and infrastructure retrofits
Perks Include
- Work in a fun team environment
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Gain crucial experience with a variety of realworld projects
- Learn from respected industry experts on best practices
- Unlimited Coffee
- Conveniently located near Highway 71
Extensive Benefits:
- Employerpaid health insurance contribution
- Medical (cafeteria) plan
- Paid Individual Life Dental Vision and LongTerm Disability coverage
- Paid Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO) sick days and personal days
- Jury duty and bereavement benefits
- Allowance for use of personal cell phone.
- Performancebased bonuses
- 401K Match
- Health savings and flexing spending options
- Voluntary ShortTerm Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Life Insurance (Additional Coverage Options)
- Additional coverage options to include spouses and families
About Us:
R & D Industries Inc. RDI is a 41yearold Iowa technology corporation. RDI has been previously honored with the Iowa Small Business Excellence Award and twice in Inc Magazines Inc5000 as one of the fastestgrowing privately held companies in the US.
RDI continues to be nationally and globally recognized for technology excellence.
- Inand 2025 RDI was recognized as one of the Top 500 MSPs in the US by CRN. 2025 placed RDI in the Pioneer 250 for the third time and 2024s placement recognized RDI for the second time in the Security 100.
- Inand 2024 RDI was recognized in the MSP 501 the IT channels most prestigious global ranking of managed service and technology providers.
RDI delivers a wide range of technologydriven solutions focusing on delivering exceptional value to its customers. 2024 marked the 40th Anniversary of RDI this important milestone underscored RDIs steadfast commitment to its foundational principles: to Research to Develop and to Innovate (RDI). These principles guide the creation of highly effective solutions grounded in integrity and trust. RDI takes pride in its unwavering commitment to always Do the Right Thing for our customers employees vendors and resellers.
RDI is comprised of four primary corporate divisions:
Thinix Thinix provides bestinclass managed technology solutions; Thinix furnishes a worldwide customer base with distinct business advantages by making technology simple safe and secure. Thinix specializes in deploying and managing FamilySafe Guest WiFi networks kiosks and guestuse computers Thinix AssuredSecurity endpoint management network monitoring and security and highavailability Internet connectivity solutions coupled with a worldclass 24/7 technical support team and nationwide onsite installation and service team.
Akative Akative Akative provides 4G LTE/5G data connectivity solutions patented iStatus monitoring and multicarrier services to customers throughout the United States and has over 55 million hours of connectivity uptime. Our mission is to help businesses stay online by delivering simple robust Autonomous Connectivity solutions. Akative products are designed to help businesses work toward ZeroDowntime.
RDIWorks RDIWorks is a regional leader in the Midwest United States providing IT consulting network architecture/engineering and managed services to businesses government healthcare and education. RDIworks bolsters highly trained technicians and valued technology partners such as Aruba Networks Cisco HPE Dell Nutanix VMware Microsoft WatchGuard and Datto.
Audio Engineering AudioEngineering is a professional audiovisual systems integration company with complete design installation and maintenance services. For over 40 years we have provided awardwinning A/V Systems in over 5000 successful projects 400 years of combined experience 100 certifications and partnerships with the worlds best equipment manufacturers. Our staff works directly with managers end users and architectural teams to engineer and install professional A/V systems for churches performing arts education business healthcare government and more.
RDI provides competitive pay paid vacations paid holidays paid personal days group health insurance dental insurance vision insurance disability insurance life insurance 401k retirement plan and other benefits. RDI has offices in Milford and Ames. This is an excellent opportunity for the right individual to work in a growing fun environment within one of the top technology companies in the region.
Join us and be a part of a special team right here in Iowa!
R & D Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and proud supporter of the Home Base Iowa Initiative. For more details see: HomeBaseIowa
About Okoboji IA:
R & D Industries (RDI) in Milford is located just minutes south of Okoboji and the Iowa Lakes Corridor a place that allows for a balance in life. Living within the communities of the Iowa Lakes Corridor allows you to have it all. This area provides you with the ability to spend quality time with your friends and family while meeting your career objectives. Enjoy easy and scenic commutes excellent schools with small class sizes safe communities to live in and endless recreational and cultural opportunities yearround.
Within the Iowa Lakes Corridor there are progressive and distinctive communities each with its own history character and lifestyle. Find affordable housing in a variety of beautiful communities and neighborhoods.
The Iowa Lakes Corridors awardwinning highly rated schools produce exceptionally educated students. Our higher education system including Buena Vista University Iowa Lakes Community College and Iowa Central Community College is a valued partner in the lifelong learning of our residents advanced education hightech training and job retraining of our workforce. Within the Iowa Lakes Corridor there is a great diversification of professional healthcare services with caring family doctors and surgeons along with stateoftheart hospitals and healthcare facilities.
The Iowa Lakes Corridorthe Good Life.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
