Tower Technician Top Hand

Description

Tower Technician – Top Hand

Job Summary:

The Tower Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of tasks, such as antenna and line installation and maintenance, electrical installation and maintenance, and inspections. This role's main function is climbing communication towers, radio towers, and other structures working at heights to provide access to areas that would otherwise be inaccessible. This position must adhere to all relevant safety regulations and standards. They must also be able to follow instructions and be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assemble, erect, and maintain communication towers and antennas.
• Climb towers to install and replace antennas, cabling, and other components.
• Perform inspections and tests to ensure quality standards are met.
• Diagnose and repair faults onsite.
• Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are adhered to.
• Climbing and working on communications structures.
• Installing, replacing, and repairing equipment located at height.
• Travel with crew (company vehicle provided) to job locations. Out-of-state and overnight travel required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to climb tall structures 50-300’+ and work at heights with 50 lbs. of gear.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Good balance and coordination.
• Knowledge of safety procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and arrive on time consistently.
• Must pass Authorized Climber/Rescuer, OSHA 10-Hour, and CPR/First Aid training upon hire.
• Must be able to pass NWSA TT1 training.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and use of hand tools required.
• Construction background is a plus.

Travel Requirements:

• 6-8 consecutive weeks of travel at a time, required.
• Overtime, per diem, and paid drive time when traveling.
• Per Diem pay when traveling.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-Paid $50k Life Insurance Policy, STD and LTD
• 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Per Diem pay while traveling