Tower Technician, III: Lexington / Walton, KY

5 Star Electric, LLC•Lexington, KY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Level III Technician, Tower has a full understanding of RF configurations, testing and troubleshooting any problems on the tower. The Level III Technician, Tower is expected to assist in the training and development of Level I and II Technicians. The Level III Technician, Tower can safely and efficiently climb and maneuver on a wireless structure.

Requirements

OSHA 30 Certification Required
Must show previous Competent Climber/Rescuer certification
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
Ability to climb and work up to 500+ft and lift over 50 lbs.
Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
When working on site, will be required to wear common protective safety equipment.
May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite.
Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humidity and rain.

Nice To Haves

First Aid / CPR Certification Preferred
4+ years of experience in the industry associated with Wireless Technologies preferred.
NWSA certification is preferred
Ability to use Rigging Calc to create and edit rigging plans as needed in the field is preferred
Tower Stacking experience is preferred (monopole, self-support, and guy towers)
Equipment operation is preferred (skid steer and lull/telehandler forklift)
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Class A CDL License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Properly take Pre-Construction and Closeout photos
Rig a tower in a Class III rigging scenario
Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs and other various wireless equipment on the tower
Gain knowledge from the experienced Technicians and foreman to develop your skills based on the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM)
Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision
The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load
Decommission a tower and tower equipment safely and efficiently
Properly PIM test, RF Sweep test and Fiber test as requested from the top of the tower
Install and route coax, hybrid trunks, and all jumpers
Ability to hang booms, mounts, antennas, and equipment and able to rig a tower in a Class IV rigging scenario
Layout and install an Ice Bridge and perform proper use of cad welds
Build out a tower platform on the ground and properly install on the tower with exposure to a cathead
Properly route and secure hybrid cables and hybrid jumpers
Fabricate steel in the field and on the tower
Wire in Raycaps and install Flash Technology lighting controllers
Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
Ability to perform PIM, sweep, fiber, and antenna alignment testing on site set rets and program equipment as needed
Proficient-level ability to install radios, base station equipment, conduit, DC power wiring, AC Power and fiber optic cables
Performs other position duties when requested