Tower Technician, I: Lexington / Walton, KY

Peak Utility Services Group • Lexington, KY

2h • Onsite

About The Position

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations. The Level I Technician, Tower is an entry level position that shows the readiness to learn how to safely and efficiently climb and maneuver on a wireless structure under the direct supervision of senior tower professionals.

Requirements

• Ability to safely and efficiently climb and maneuver on a wireless structure under the direct supervision of senior tower professionals
• Basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
• Ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
• Good Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
• Proficient in knot tying (Double Figure 8, Bowline, Pipe Hitch, Clove Hitch, Munter hitch, and Prusik)
• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
• Ability to climb and work up to 500+ft and lift over 50 lbs.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills
• OSHA 10 Certification Required
• One (1+) years of experience in a construction or wireless industry
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
• Will be required to wear common protective safety equipment when working on site
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite
• Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humidity and rain

Nice To Haves

• First Aid / CPR Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs and other various wireless equipment on the tower
• Gain knowledge from the experienced Technicians and foreman to develop your skills based on the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM)
• Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Knowing 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.
• Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
• Performs other position duties when requested by leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees