Tower Technician III

Pillar Innovations•Denver, CO

12d

About The Position

Pillar Innovations is an industrial solutions and service company serving the energy, mining, manufacturing, industrial construction, aggregate, and renewables industries. The Tower Technician III – Wireless Services safely and efficiently installs, repairs, and upgrades equipment at communications sites, working both on the ground and at elevated heights without direct supervision. The position also leads and mentors a team of up to six members and represents the company in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. The role requires a flexible schedule that may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. The technician works primarily from an assigned location and reports to the Construction Manager – Wireless Services. This position involves working outdoors in varied weather, climbing towers exceeding 300 feet, and performing physically demanding tasks.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, or wireless-carrier equipment.
Valid driver's license.
Ability and willingness to follow strict job safety standards and properly use specialized personal protective equipment.
Maintain required certifications, including Authorized/Competent Climber, Authorized/Competent Rescuer, ANSI A10.48 Rigging Certification, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and 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 and ability to use software applications, including Microsoft Suite.
Experience operating RF sweep, PIM, and fiber-testing equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and implement tower rigging plans.
Competency in deploying 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.
Ability to complete a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, and participate in random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion testing as required.

Responsibilities

Build customer infrastructure, including tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks.
Read and understand construction drawings, radio frequency data sheets, structural analyses, mount analyses, tower modification design drawings, and other site documents.
Safely and efficiently complete equipment installations and upgrades at elevated heights.
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality issues.
Observe and report possible compound or equipment defects and hazards.
Document job costs, including labor hours and materials, accurately and in a timely manner.
Follow instructions and complete assigned work in accordance with the scope of work and methods of procedures.
Complete material inventory upon delivery and perform pre-work and post-work site audits.
Obtain written customer approval for change orders.
Operate RF sweep, PIM, 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 when the Foreman or Manager is absent or as required.
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
Paid time off and holidays
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out-of-town work
Employee ownership through an ESOP qualified retirement plan
On-the-job mentoring and training
Performance and salary reviews
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, get out of debt, and save for the future
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children