Wireless Rigger (Telco)

Description Summary

Service Stream’s Telecommunications division are currently seeking Full Time Wireless Riggers, to join our telecommunications team.

About the Role

Service Stream's Telecommunications Division are currently Wireless Riggers to join our team in Ferntree Gully!Your role will be to work as part of a small rigging team in the installation and maintenance of Wireless communication systems and support structures for the national rollout of 5G technology Nature of position: Permanent, Full Time Location : Multiple locations
Reporting Line: Crew Manager In this role you will be preforming routine services and maintenance activities following established instructions to contribute to efficient and effective daily operations. Although this role will be based out of Ferntree Gully, Vic location – statewide travel, including regional travel, will be required in this role About the Role

Work at heights on mobile phone base station structures to install antenna’s, feeders and ancillary equipment

Work with cranes, cherry pickers and EWP’s as required to carry out works on site

Carry out rigging techniques to install steelwork on structures, including the requirement to climb monopoles, towers and guyed masts while 100% attached.

Carry out manual labour of various descriptions to complete the works as required

Installation of antenna mounts on rooftops, poles and towers using ropes, winches and rigging equipment

Installation of earth kits and waterproofing of connectors

Installation of earth systems

Labelling and tagging identification on feeders and tails

Installation of Hybrid fibre cable for RRU equipment

Ensure the site is maintained in a clean, tidy and accessible state at all times

$36.75 per hour plus super (as per enterprise agreement)

About you

You will show demonstrated experience within the Telco - Wireless industry, backed up with an understanding of rigging practices required in this field. This includes competence in the installation of hybrid trunk cables, the termination of various co-axial cables, demonstrated ability of safe rigging practices, demonstrated ability to work safely at heights of up to 100m, teamwork, and a customer focused attitude. 

Previous experience working as part of a rigging crew on Optus, Telstra or NBN Wireless projects would be ideal. It is mandatory that you at least hold a valid Basic Riggers Ticket. You will also hold a valid Elevated Work Platform Ticket and Safe Work at Heights qualifications.

In return for your commitment, we will support you to achieve your personal best, enrich your career and work as a team to create positive legacies you can all be proud of.