Tower Technician II - Morgantown, WV

Pillar Innovations•Morgantown, WV

About The Position

The general role of a Tower Technician II - Wireless Services is to safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communications sites both on the ground and at elevated heights under the supervision of trained personnel. This work will be performed in both commercial and industrial locations. This individual will represent Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. This position will require a flexible schedule which may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. The Tower Technician II – Wireless Services will report to the Construction Manager – Wireless Services and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

Requirements

1+ year(s) experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, wireless carriers preferred
Valid Driver’s License required
Willingness to take on and learn new tasks and skills
Maintain certifications for courses such as: Authorized/ Competent Climber, Authorized/Competent Rescuer, ANSI A10.48 Rigging Certification, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, First Aid/ CPR and other certifications as required.
Ability and attitude to follow rigid job safety standards and properly utilize specialized Personal Protective Equipment
Ability to read and understand tower rigging plans
Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Possess computer skills and ability to use software applications including Microsoft Suite
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Fluency in English is required
Aptitude for Leadership
Walk, crawl, talk, see, read, hear, feel, sit, stand, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, grasp and climb with both hands and legs for extended periods of time
Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Climb at heights of 300’+ for extended periods of time
Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

Responsibilities

Build customer infrastructure, such as tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks (e.g., tower mods, L&A (Line & Antenna installs))
Read and understand site documents such as construction drawings, radio frequency data sheets, structural analyses, mount analyses, tower modification design drawings, etc.
Safely and efficiently complete equipment installations and upgrades at elevated heights
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality
Observe and report possible compound/equipment defects or hazards
Document job costs, including labor hours and material in an accurate and timely manner
Accurately follow instructions and complete assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work and methods of procedures (MOPs)
Complete Material Inventory upon delivery
Perform pre-work and post-work site audits
Execute rigging plans and learn to develop rigging plans for hoisting operations per industry standards
Obtain written customer approval for change orders
Learn to operate Test Equipment (RF Sweep Gear, PIM, and Fiber Testing)
Assist management, leads, or Foremen in training less experienced members of the team

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits
Health/Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Short/Long term disability
Paid time off and holidays
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
Employee focused work environment
On-the-job mentoring and training
Internal job postings
Performance and salary reviews
Employee feedback program
Advancement through defined employee career paths
Safety-first and drug free work environments
Bonuses and incentives for working safely
Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
Smart Money program with optional counseling to aid employees with financial goals
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children