Tower Technician III - Construction

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Climbs and works on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment.
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Completes required daily Job Safety Analysis’ (JSA’s).
• Knows the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
• The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load.
• Analyzes situations accurately and adopts an appropriate course of action.
• Communicates orally and in writing.
• Follows instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
• Recognizes safety hazards and performs duties in a safe manner.
• Maintains clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulation/standard(s) (OSHA).

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly.
• Able to lift over 70 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 to 3 years of industry experience.
• Must have T-Mobile Experiance.
• Good communication skills, reading and writing skills (English).
• Able to lift over 70 pounds.
• Good computer skills.
• General knowledge and use of Microsoft office (Excel, Word & Outlook).
• Clean Driving Record & Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must be able to accommodate out of town travel, if required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
• ComTrain, OSHA10, RF Awareness Training, First AID/CPR trained.
• Must have experience with Anritsu Site Master, Andrew, PPC, tower mapping and antenna equipment.
• Must have experience stacking self-support towers, installing waveguide, antennas, and microwave dishes.
• RF Awareness, replacement, and maintenance i.e., coax, jumpers, TMA’s, connectors, and weather proofing.
• Highly organized and be able to effectively report verbally and written reports back to the Tower Foreman.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat.
• The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.