Tower Technician II

Pillar Innovations•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Tower Technician II - Wireless Services safely and efficiently completes equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communications sites, on the ground and at elevated heights, without direct supervision. The position may involve leading and mentoring team members and represents Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. The role requires a flexible schedule that may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. The position reports to the Construction Manager – Wireless Services and works primarily from an assigned location. Pillar Innovations is an industrial solutions and service company serving the energy, mining, manufacturing, industrial construction, aggregate, and renewables industries. The company describes itself as employee-owned through an ESOP and offers career advancement, learning, apprenticeship, and continuing education opportunities.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, or wireless carriers; wireless carrier experience is preferred.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to follow rigorous job safety standards and properly use specialized personal protective equipment.
Maintain required certifications, including Authorized/Competent Climber, Authorized/Competent Rescuer, ANSI A10.48 Rigging, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, and First Aid/CPR, as well as other certifications as required.
Willingness to learn and take on new tasks and skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions.
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Suite applications.
Experience operating RF sweep, PIM, and fiber testing equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and implement tower rigging plans.
Ability to deploy complex rigging setups, such as 2:1 and 3:1 systems, to safely hoist heavy loads to towers.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Fluency in English.
Familiarity with general accounting and costing practices, including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders, and accounts payable.
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
Successful completion of a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening; employees must also participate in random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion testing as requested.

Responsibilities

Build customer infrastructure, including tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to wireless networks, such as tower modifications and L&A installations.
Read and understand site documents, including construction drawings, radio frequency data sheets, structural analyses, mount analyses, and tower modification design drawings.
Safely complete equipment installations and upgrades at elevated heights.
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality issues.
Observe and report potential compound or equipment defects and hazards.
Accurately and promptly document job costs, including labor hours and materials.
Follow instructions and complete assigned work in accordance with the scope of work and methods of procedure.
Complete material inventory upon delivery.
Perform pre-work and post-work site audits.
Obtain written customer approval for change orders.
Operate test equipment, including RF sweep gear, PIM equipment, and fiber testing equipment.
Train and mentor less-experienced team members.
Perform and oversee elevated work activities as required or directed.
Assist Foremen with scheduling labor, materials, and other job tasks.
Lead Wireless Services Tower team members as required in the absence of a Foreman or Manager.
Develop and execute rigging plans for hoisting operations in accordance with industry standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits.
Health and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid time off and holidays.
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation 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.
Bonuses and incentives for working safely.
Company-provided tools and basic safety equipment.
PPE allowances with no vendor restrictions.
Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays.
Advancement through defined employee career paths.
Financial tools and programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, reduce debt, and save for the future.
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children.
Employee ownership through an ESOP qualified retirement plan.
Apprenticeship and continuing education programs.