Tower Technician I

MasTec Communications Group • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

At MasTec Communications Group, the Tower Technician I installs, maintains, and operates wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. The role involves hands-on work on towers and telecommunications sites while following company safety policies and applicable industry standards. Technicians may work in extreme weather, work nights or weekends, travel extensively, and work away from home or outside their market as business demands.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent, with 8 years of experience.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out printed instructions.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to climb towers.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work up to 12 hours.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy conditions.
• Availability to work weekends and/or nights, including in extreme weather conditions if necessary.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively for job-related functions.
• Ability to work outside the market or away from home as work demands.
• Commitment to safety, high-quality work, problem-solving, and hands-on teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• NWSA certification.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies.
• Understand and implement industry standards, including OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI.
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights.
• Conduct erection of various tower types.
• Offload materials and inventory them.
• Prepare and clean sites.
• Install new carriers on new-build and existing towers.
• Assist with tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles.
• Assist with assembly of monopoles and all-weld and knock-down self-supporting and guyed towers.
• Assist with installation of microwave parabolic, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas.
• Assist with installation of transmission lines, including foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides.
• Assist with electrical site foundations, grounding, conduits, and applicable electrical installations.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Paid sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED