Level II Tower Technician

ADB Companies•Grandview, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ADB Companies is a nationwide turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions, including wireline, wireless, technology, and engineering. ADB Wireless is seeking a Level II Tower Technician to climb and maneuver on wireless structures safely and efficiently under the direct supervision of senior tower professionals. The role also assists with training and developing Level I Technicians. The position requires a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, customer service, and the company’s mission, vision, and values. The technician installs, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots wireless tower equipment and infrastructure. Work includes installing tower platforms, cables, antennas, microwave dishes, remote radio units, lighting controllers, and related equipment; performing field fabrication and rigging; and using testing equipment to identify fiber, power, and RF issues. The role involves climbing communications towers 100 feet and higher while following applicable safety procedures. Nationwide travel is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to travel nationwide.
Ability to climb towers 100 feet and higher using climbing gear, a harness, and safety equipment.
Ability to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and climbing.
Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, humid, and rainy weather conditions.
Ability to wear required protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hat, and steel-toed boots.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of public safety and security issues and regulations.
Strong time management, accountability, prioritization, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and adapt to diverse team members.
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, goal orientation, and commitment to teamwork, customer centricity, and safety.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in a career field associated with wireless technologies.
First Aid / CPR certification.
RF Awareness Training.
OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

Lay out and install ice bridges, including proper use of cad welds.
Build tower platforms on the ground and install them on towers, including work involving a cathead.
Route and secure hybrid cables and hybrid jumpers.
Fabricate steel in the field and on towers.
Wire in Raycaps and install Flash Technology lighting controllers.
Troubleshoot fiber, power, and RF issues using PIM/Sweep gear and a fiber tester.
Take pre-construction and closeout photographs.
Rig towers in a Class III rigging scenario.
Climb communications towers and perform maintenance and installation work to replace or repair antenna system equipment.
Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs, and other wireless equipment on towers.
Use and maintain hand tools and mechanical equipment.
Follow safety procedures and account for hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and energized lines and equipment.
Develop skills through guidance from experienced technicians and foremen, following the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM).
Climb cell phone towers 100 feet and higher using climbing and safety gear and following applicable safety procedures and guidelines.
Analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action.
Perform other duties as requested by leadership.