Experienced Tower Technician II - Construction & Installation Specialist

Description

You will support all aspects of tower installations, including antennas and transmission lines. This position involves daily construction duties, ensuring quality construction from the foundation to the erection of lattice towers, monopoles, and guyed towers. A certified tower climber with at least 3 years of related experience is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform installations on radios, antennas, and associated RF equipment.
• Troubleshoot alarms/RSSI issues at sites using supplied sweep gear.
• Conduct electrical and mechanical down tilts to various antennas using antenna controller units.
• Run jumpers as needed to complete ongoing scopes of work.
• Devise jumper connections with knowledge from connector training.
• Complete required equipment and supply paperwork.
• Climb communications structures, including guyed, self-supporting monopoles, rooftops, grain silos, etc.
• Perform audits for safety, defects, and quality.
• Follow daily instructions and shift reports.
• Fill out required paperwork and printouts.
• Apply job skills and company policies to complete assigned tasks.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of related experience.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Certified Tower Climber via Gravitec Systems, Inc. or ComTrain required.
• Familiarity with mounting, aligning, cabling, and testing antennas, radios, and associated equipment.
• Experience in completing full grounding installations, tower demolition, tower stripping, and painting.
• Competent climber and rigger, knowledgeable in standard knots and controlled descent.
• Trained in the use of aerial lifts, working platforms, and cable bridges/ice bridges.
• Working knowledge of UMTS, 4G, Microwave equipment, basic electricity, grounding, and power safety.
• Ability to terminate cables, fix connectors, and install coaxial cable on towers or rooftops.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in equipment, coax, and fiber, with expertise in fiber testing, PIM, and sweep testing.
• Ability to work closely with others, mentor, and field train lower-level technicians.
• Willingness to travel as required, typically within a designated region.
• Ability to safely climb while carrying tools and equipment of up to 60 pounds.
• Familiarity with PIM gear and troubleshooting.
• TMO experience preferred, with past Verizon or RTWP experience a plus.
• Breakfix experience.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, And Requirements

• Rescue certification preferred.
• Anritsu and/or OSHA certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Must be able to climb and descend all types of tower and rooftop structures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to travel as needed.
  
  

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive compensation plan.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training.
• Clear path for advancement.
• Quality of management and coworkers.
• Trust and a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Team spirit.
  
  

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Our client is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type: Full-Time