Tower Technician II - Traveling
About The Position
At MasTec Communications Group, Tower Technician II develops skills in a safety-minded environment while helping expand technology and provide quality service to customers and communities. The role installs, maintains, and operates wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. It involves tower construction and installation work, including climbing at various heights, preparing sites, installing carriers and antennas, and working with transmission lines and electrical-site infrastructure. The technician also mentors newer technicians and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school degree.
- At least 2 years of tower 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.
- Ability to work up to 12 hours.
- Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company policy conditions.
- Commitment to safety and a track record of completing high-quality work.
Nice To Haves
- NWSA certification.
- Ability to figure out difficult problems and enjoy hands-on work.
- Interest in long-term projects and working hands-on with a team.
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 material and inventory.
- Prepare and clean sites.
- Install new carriers on new-build and existing towers.
- Assist with tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles.
- Assist in assembling monopoles and all-weld and knock-down self-supporting and guyed towers.
- Assist with installing microwave parabolic, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas.
- Assist with transmission-line installation, including foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides.
- Assist with electrical site foundations, grounding, conduits, and electrical installations where applicable.
- Mentor new, less experienced technicians.
- 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
- Competitive pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
