Tower Technician III - Travel (New England Area)

MasTec Communications Group • Auburn, WA

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About The Position

At MasTec Communications Group, a Tower Technician III installs, maintains, and operates wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. The role involves hands-on tower and site work, following company and industry safety standards, and mentoring less experienced technicians. The position is for travel in the New England area.

Requirements

• High school degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of tower experience.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to climb towers, lift 50 pounds, and work up to 12 hours.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy conditions.

Nice To Haves

• NWSA certification.

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies (Safety Manual).
• Understand and implement industry standards, including OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI.
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights.
• Conduct the erection of various tower types.
• Offload material and inventory.
• Prepare and clean sites.
• Install new carriers on new-build and existing towers.
• Assist in 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 antenna installation for 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 installation of electrical site foundations, grounding, and 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
• Employee referral program with a $1,000 incentive for a referral who becomes a permanent hire
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

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