Tower Technician III

MasTec Communications Group • Hamilton Township, NJ

17d

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 position involves working in a safety-minded environment, following company and industry safety standards, and contributing to quality service for customers and communities.

Requirements

• High school degree.
• Minimum of 4 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 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 in the 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 materials and inventory them.
• Prepare and clean job sites.
• Install new carriers on new-build and existing towers.
• Assist with tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles.
• Assist in assembling monopoles, all-weld and knock-down self-supporting towers, and guyed towers.
• Assist with antenna installation, including microwave parabolic antennas from 1 to 15 feet, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas.
• Assist with transmission line installation, including foam- and air-dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides.
• Assist with electrical site foundations, grounding, and conduits, and electrical installations where applicable.
• Mentor new and 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, including a $1,000 incentive for a referral who becomes a permanent hire.

What This Job Offers

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