Tower Climber Technician- 6 Month Pay Increases!

Job Summary:

Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
• Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
• Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables
• The ability to climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
• Take site photos or photos of work performed.
• Lift equipment into position safely, using rigging tools or equipment such as capstan hoist.
• Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details, using phone and computer software.
• Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver license and follow the guidelines set forth in the Nextlink Vehicle Fleet Safety Policy.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor
• Work with basic hand tools
• Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious
• Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
• Must pass in-house training program
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment

Work Environment/Hazards

• Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
• High noise level
• Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet with climbing equipment
• Comfortable working alone and working closely with others

Physical Demands

• Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
• Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly
• Frequently required to work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet
• Frequently required to use hand and power tools

Working Hours/Days:

• Irregular hours
• Monday through Friday
• Full Time
• Min 40 hours, flexible schedule
• Overtime as needed
• On call rotation required; frequency of rotation is based on team size

Travel Requirements:

• 20-40% voluntary travel or as needed
• Overnight travel required as needed

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace:

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Experience:

• Hand tools: 2 years (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
• Ladders/Roofs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person