Tower Technician

Role and Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, repairs, removes, or retrofits antenna systems equipment and power systems to maintain operational communications
• Ability to use a compass; Set Azimuths and Down tilts based on specifications
• Providing superior customer service ensuring all essential job functions are performed in a timely, efficient, accurate, and safe manner
• Adhering to all Company and industry (i.e., OSHA, NATE) standards/regulations
• Effective utilization of available resources, technology, and tools to complete work
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Knowledge to identify, select and utilize the proper cables, ropes, block and tackle for rigging and lifting
• Maintains clean, safe and orderly environment
• Properly follows all safety procedures and policies
• Tower climbing, rigging, stacking self-support towers, install waveguide, antennas, microwave dishes, FCC lighting and cable ladders etc.
• Perform Anritsu sweep and PIM testing, grounding specifications, setting azimuth and testing all aspects of a wireless communication site.
• Report to Tower Foreman for day-to-day activities

Qualifications and Education Requirements Must have High School Diploma or GED Must have at least 3 years of industry experience.
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• Current Com Train or equivalent certification in Tower Climbing Safety and Rescue Certification Required.
• Must have minimum OSHA certification.
• Must have experience with Anritsu Site Master, Andrew, PPC, tower mapping and antenna equipment.
• Must have experience stacking self-support towers, install waveguide, antennas and microwave dishes.
• Com Train, OSHA trained, safety trained, Anritsu certified and First AID/CPR trained
• RF Awareness, replacement and maintenance i.e. coax, jumpers, TMA’s, connectors and weatherproof
• Highly organized and able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Tower Foreman.
• Industry certifications including first aid, CPR, tower rescue, man lift operation, etc. helpful.
• Must be able to travel extensively as well as working overtime as required within the United States.

Preferred Skills Industry knowledge of proper procedures regarding microwave installations desirable. * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and work well in a crew environment.
• Computer literate including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and internet.
• Technical or Military Communications training a plus.
• Understanding of TDM and Ethernet structural characteristics.
• Understanding of DC and basic AC power.
• Computer skills should include use of Microsoft Office, Telnet, and HyperTerminal.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and block diagrams for installation and troubleshooting purposes.
• Strong customer and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to stay on task independently and work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in deadline oriented environment
• Must be organized with a strong attention to detail and self-starter, team player

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb load to perform work at altitudes of up to 12,000 feet. Ability to lift heavy objects (up to and in excess of 35 pounds).

• * Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency call-outs on a 24 hour basis.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the state.
• Applicant/Employee’s weight and tools combined may not exceed 280-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
• Applicant/Employee’s waist circumference must not exceed 60 inches measured at the navel as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location