Telecommunications Tower Technician

Elite ICT is Hiring Tower Technicians for all positions.

Elite ICT is looking to hire full-time Tower Technicians to help support Illinois's leader in wireless construction. This is a great opportunity to join our experienced staff and rapidly growing company. Must be open to traveling 3-4 weeks at a time.

Elite ICT is committed to the highest level of Service and Quality for its clients. We focus on the importance of the technology infrastructure enabling the system to perform at its highest possible potential. We work closely with major telecommunication companies and have grown these relationships over 30 years. We always follow the highest levels of safety guidelines for our employees and clients.

Company Benefits:

• Strong commitment to safety and training provided
• Permanent employment with competitive wages
• Steady career opportunities within our company
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and 401K
• Top of the line fleet of trucks and trailers with state-of-the-art tooling, test gear, and equipment

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regular Travel & Climbing 200'-300' Towers
• Complete all necessary safety training provided through Elite ICT
• Complete all training provided by Elite ICT
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and inspection of Antenna & Line systems
• Ability to assist in the installation of radio units
• Ability to assist in the installation of antenna arrays
• Ability to assist in ground and aerial fiber optic, RF, and Coax connections
• Properly test, label, and document all systems upon completion
• Must be a hard worker with an ambition to learn and develop
• Must possess a strong initiative
• Perform other duties as assigned.·

Position Requires:

• 0-3 years’ experience operating equipment, reading blueprints and schematics, using tools and materials, and employing best practices used in the installation, repair, and maintenance of telecommunications tower systems
• 0-3 years’ proven experience coordinating, constructing, and installing all tower types
• Ability to quickly diagnose and solve problems
• Ability to work within defined project guidelines and meet deadlines, schedules, and deliverable dates without issue
• Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and is comfortable working in customer-facing situations
• Knowledge of tower assembly & erection, along with the various cellular, microwave, and radio systems installed on towers is preferred
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record, and be able to obtain a DOT card and any other required State/Federal/Local license requirements
• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time.
• Ability to report to headquarters in Champaign Illinois for mobilization.
• Must be comfortable climbing and working over 150 ft and up to elevated heights of 2000 ft, with a majority of work performed at 400 ft or less
• All offers contingent upon satisfactorily passing all pre-employment screenings procedures.

Physical Demands and Work Site Conditions:

• Able to sit for extended periods of time, walk, stand, crawl, ability to use hands and fingers extensively
• Must be able to bend at the waist and knees repetitively
• Ability to lift over 75 lbs. regularly
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal ranges, and the ability to differentiate between colors
• Ability to climb to heights in excess of 150’
• Be prepared to work in hot and cold outdoor weather for extended periods
• Ability to travel 1-4 weeks at a time
• Many tools are repetitive use and must be able to handle and maintain on the job site
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under time constraints, pressure, and stress

Elite ICT, is committed to compensating our employees based on experience. We offer full benefit packages and incentivized bonus programs. To apply for this opportunity please respond to the listing or email Elite ICT (see below).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Physical Setting:

• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $19 - $32