What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tower Technician I position at VERITA TELECOMMUNICATIONS?
Skill and Certifications Requirements (Must be able to pass and obtain the certs required – if you don’t have them already.)
- (0-2) year(s’) experience as a tower climber.
- Ability to climb and work at heights of 500 feet is mandatory.
- Ability to lift, carry, push and pull 75lbs, and must be able to crouch, kneel, twist, reach, grasp and climb with both hands and legs.
- Ability to blend well and work well with crew members.
- Must have a strong and reliable work ethic, be willing and able to follow directives, and able to work in inclement weather conditions.
- Must maintain proper personal hygiene, a clean presence in company trucks, and a neat presence of tools and equipment in trailers.
- Willingness to take on and learn new tasks – as needed.
- Ability to use a digital camera and take quality photos
- ComTrain certified or equivalent climber rescue training.
- RF Awareness is needed (obtainable/renewable post-acceptance)
- CPR/First-Aid is needed (obtainable/renewable post-acceptance)
- Confined Space is needed (obtainable/renewable post-acceptance)
- OSHA 10/30 is needed (obtainable/renewable post-acceptance)
- Other vendor and client-specific certs will be required.
- The ability to follow construction and installation procedures and policies.
- Must be able to work OT and weekends as required.
- Direct responsibility for personal tool inventory.
- Candidates must pass a background, Drug test, and DMV screening to be considered for employment.
- Travel outside of our current markets (Michigan, Ohio & Indiana) may be required.
Consideration Preferences (All applicants will have a greater consideration in proportion to the number of preferences they have.)
- A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Basic Computer/Email Skills - Excel, Word and Outlook Microsoft experience
- Compliance of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe technical operation of the department.