Telecommunication Tower Technician

Telecommunication Tower Technicians are members of a crew performing general construction activities with an emphasis on tower system installation and maintenance and inspection of existing support structures used in the provision of essential telecommunication systems, including personal wireless communications, public safety communications, utility networks, and broadcasting.

• Ability to read and execute construction documents and RFDS with accuracy
• Install and decommission communications equipment and associated hardware, coax, hybrid trunks, weatherproofing, and color coding
• Perform troubleshooting, capture construction reporting documentation, take site progress photos, and execute the VQA/VSS process
• Climbing of tower structure(s) such as self-support towers, guyed towers, monopoles, water towers, and rooftops to complete job tasks
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Loading and unloading of site material and equipment from truck and trailer at shop and on the job site
• Cleaning and organizing of truck and trailer and the restocking of material
• Inspection of PPE, OPE, PFAs and rigging equipment
• Contribution to JHA to control or eliminate potential hazards
• Continued education, training and certifications as related to tower work

Requirements

• 18 Years of Age
• Current Driver’s License (Chauffeurs)
• Experience driving a truck and trailer preferred
• Previous wireless communication equipment installation experience preferred
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/move up to 25 pounds

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Voting Leave

This is a Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship program.