Lead Tower Technician

!!Verizon Experience a must!!

Repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment and two-way radio communications systems used in cellular telecommunications and mobile broadband. Test and analyze network coverage.

Job Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and sign company policies
• Understand and have a basic understanding of ANSI 10.48
• Understand and have a basic Capstan Operation
• Must acquire and properly operate all hand and power tools
• Learn how to weatherproof according to manufacturer specs
• Learn how to properly fill out a JSA/Daily/Hazard form
• Participate in daily tailgate meetings
• Take proper ground/tower pre-pictures
• Understands the generic layout of cd’s
• Follow instructions for basic rigging of rope
• Efficiently climb communication structures
• Learn proper positioning to efficiently perform tasks at heights
• Learn cable supporting according to industry standards and manufacturer specs
• Learn proper knot tying and the ability to use appropriate knots for each unique situation
• Complete any other tasks or duties assigned by Foreman
• Demonstrates basic equipment assembly (ant/brackets)
• Demonstrates the ability to dress/terminate sector and demarcation points
• Displays accuracy with compass and AAT tool (mag declination)
• Properly sets MDT/plumb as the antenna is mounted
• Able to fiber test
• Able to assist troubleshooting and testing processes with load hopping
• Perform tape drops
• Safely rig for controlled descent
• Hand make jumpers
• Successfully perform Cad shots
• Install ground kit on coax
• Set grips on trunk lines
• Understand/read CD’s· Cable management
• Vehicle and trailer inspections
• Proper equipment assembly according to manufacturer’s specs
• Proper load rigging
• Proper tower rigging
• Proper electrical communications and grounding circuit routing and terminations
• Properly inspect all tools, PPE, equipment, and rigging
• Properly perform a thorough hazard assessment
• Properly complete and submit daily reports
• Full capable with all testing methods
• Correctly installs Hardline connectors
• Manage top activity and drive productivity.
• Accurately estimate headroom on hoisting grips for trunk lines
• Fully troubleshoot topside issues
• Edit/ review JSA HSA DAILY and documents per Carrier/Vendor/Tower owner requirements
• Assists/understands COPs
• Use ATC Lite or like device to set RETS
• Estimates # of supports fabricate routing solutions as per carrier/vendor
• Effectively manage tower technicians to perform specific tasks that are delegated
• Complete any other tasks or duties assigned by the Foreman

Job Requirements:

The ability to troubleshoot and good interpersonal skills are keys to success in this role.

Tower Technician Requirements:

• Individuals must be able to climb cell phone towers, be comfortable at extreme heights and withstand weather conditions. Please do not apply if you are afraid of heights or cannot work outside in different weather conditions for long hours.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Previous telecommunications experience helpful

Preferred Requirements:

• OSHA 30
• CPR/First Aid
• RF Awareness
• Competent Climber Rescue & Rigging.

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

DAS: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person