Position title
Tower Technician I
Description
Tower Climber Technician will be responsible for a full range of installation, repair and maintenance services on clients’ cellular towers.
Responsibilities
- Performing transmission line and antenna systems installation
- Conducting repair and maintenance on lighting systems
- Troubleshooting, replacing, and performing maintenance on 4G components, coax, jumpers, TMA’s, connectors, weatherproofing etc.
- Performing antenna and path alignments
- Climbs and works on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
- The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
- Knows the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- The ability to climb tall structures (500 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
- Analyzes situations accurately and adopts an appropriate course of action.
- Communicates orally and in writing.
- Follows instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
- Recognizes safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
- Works under close supervision.
- Maintains clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulation/standard(s) (OSHA)
- Knowledge of basic tower rigging techniques.
- Performs tape drops.
- Assists with testing procedures (sweeps, PIM, fiber testing etc.)
- Performs GPS antenna alignment.
- Proficient with installation of antennas, RRH’s, ground kits, RET systems.
- Runs required lines to top of the tower; grounds coax lines and builds different sizes and types of connectors.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills.
- Self-motivated and able to learn quickly.
- Ability to lift over 70 pounds.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)
- Valid Driver’s License
- Computer Literacy (required for positions that involve the use of a computer)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
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- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Good reading and writing skills (English)
- Clean Driving Record and valid Driver's License (a must) and reliable transportation to and from work.
- Must be able to accommodate out of town travel, if required.
Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment. Will need following to start and advance:
No experience necessary in industry but will need following to start and advance:
- OSHA 10_Comtrain_NWSA
- Tower Tech Certification Nate Wireless Rooftop
- Training_RF Awareness_BBP/ First Aid Wireless
Job Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical and Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Program
- Direct Deposit
- Drug-Free Workplace
- Top of the line PPE provided
- Annual Reviews
- Annual Safety Training
- Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
- Work/Life Balance