Associate Tower Technician

As an Associate Tower Technician, one will begin to develop an understanding of the wireless industry. 40-60% of the time is spent onsite climbing cell towers. Techs must support the lead tower hand when working top side and support the tower foreman when on the ground. Learn and develop an understanding for color coding, weatherproofing, grounding, equipment installations, etc. (as it pertains to the SOW at hand).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, Tower Co., etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.
• Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including mounts, radios and antennas
• Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of antenna systems using technical expertise and knowledge of blueprints and diagrams.
• A willingness to travel when and where required.

Successful Completion of Required Training (reference pages 14 and 123 of IIPP):

• Tower/Rescue
• First Aid/BBP and CPR
• SACW IIPP
• PPE use and requirements
• Lock out Tag out
• RF Awareness
• SACW onboard/protocols
• Rigging
• GHS (formally MSDS)
• Special equipment (aerial lift, forklift, backhoe, capstan, etc.)
• OSHA Training

The above reflects leadership’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Leadership may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Safety conscious
• Able to take direction
• Self-motivated
• Quick learner
• Hard-working
• Frequent travel required with overnight trips
• Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
• Ability to perform Tower Rescues
• Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Onsite at job locations.
• Potential exposure to outdoor elements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Overtime

Work Location: One location