Tower Technician II

InfraServices • Wanamingo, MN

7d

About The Position

The Tower Technician II performs advanced installation, maintenance, and repair of wireless communication towers and related infrastructure. The role works at heights up to 500 feet, leads tasks on job sites, and trains less experienced technicians. It requires increased technical proficiency and contributes to project safety, quality, and timely completion. Technicians travel regularly to job sites, potentially staying overnight, and may travel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel. Work can involve long and unpredictable hours and outdoor conditions such as heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or related trade school education.
• One to two years of experience in wireless tower construction or maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently at heights and perform tower work.
• Experience leading portions of projects or working independently on site.
• Competent Climber/Rescue Certification from an accredited institution.
• Must have or obtain and maintain an OSHA 10 Construction Training Card; OSHA 30 is preferred.
• Must have or obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Other relevant certifications may be required depending on the scope of work, such as Hazcom, Blood Born Pathogen, or RF Safety Certification.
• Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to use sweep testing equipment and other diagnostic tools.
• Competence with GPS, test equipment, and site audit tools.
• Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to completing work safely, efficiently, and to a high quality standard.
• Ability to work effectively with crew members and foremen and support a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and installation procedures accurately and encourage others to do the same.
• Ability to identify and clearly communicate issues to team members.
• Awareness of surroundings and safety risks while working at heights and with heavy equipment.
• Ability to support continuous improvement and identify process enhancements.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug testing.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to climb vertically and pull one’s own body weight, tools, and equipment up to 500 feet, and perform tower work at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and grasp materials and tools with both hands.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including a fall protection harness, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Ability to climb and work at heights wearing a safety harness while maintaining a total combined weight of 130 to 310 pounds, including body weight, clothing, equipment, and tools, in accordance with industry fall protection standards.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform tower rescues and participate in safety drills and training exercises.
• Comfort working in confined spaces and at varying elevations.
• Ability to work long and unpredictable hours.
• Ability to travel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel; travel may be local or national depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30 Construction Training.

Responsibilities

• Climb and perform work on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet.
• Install, test, and maintain antennas, radios, lines, connectors, and mounts.
• Lead or assist with assembling monopoles, self-support towers, and guyed towers.
• Use hand and power tools at ground and elevated levels.
• Perform advanced tasks such as weatherproofing and fiber testing, along with other testing.
• Maintain and inspect rigging equipment and ensure safe hoisting practices.
• Develop the ability to interpret construction drawings, RF datasheets, and scopes of work.
• Follow company and industry safety practices, including proper use of fall protection equipment.
• Complete timecards, safety checklists, and other documentation accurately.
• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Keep job sites clean and organized, and ensure tools, materials, and waste are properly handled and disposed of.
• Train and mentor less experienced team members.
• Travel regularly to job sites, which may include overnight stays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, with additional voluntary benefits available.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, and company holidays.
• Paid parental and paid maternity leave.
• Military differential pay.
• Employee referral program.
• Company discount program.
• Legal assistance.

What This Job Offers

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