Tower Technician III

MasTec Communications Group • Gilbert, AZ

18d

About The Position

At MasTec Communications Group, the Tower Technician III installs, maintains, and operates wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. The role involves climbing and working at heights, tower construction and equipment installation, preparing job sites, and supporting electrical and transmission-line work. The technician follows company health, safety, and environmental policies and applicable industry standards, and serves as a mentor to less experienced technicians.

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.
• Track record of completing work to a high level of quality.
• Hands-on approach and ability to solve difficult problems.

Nice To Haves

• NWSA certification.
• Interest in long-term projects and working as part of a team.

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 erection of various tower types.
• Offload materials and inventory them.
• Prepare and clean sites.
• Install new carriers on new-build and existing towers.
• Assist with tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles.
• Assist with assembly of monopoles and all-weld and knock-down self-supporting and guyed towers.
• Assist with installation of microwave parabolic antennas from 1 to 15 feet, as well as 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, including 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 coverage.
• 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.
• $1,000 referral 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