Tower Technician III

adbcompanies•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ADB Companies is seeking a Level III Tower Technician for its wireless technology infrastructure work. The role requires at least two years of completed experience in the wireless industry. The technician is expected to identify safety hazards and solutions, understand RF configurations, and test and troubleshoot tower issues. The role also assists with training and developing Level I and II Technicians. The technician safely and efficiently climbs and maneuvers on wireless structures under the direct supervision of senior tower professionals, while receiving mentoring from experienced Technicians and Foremen. The position involves installing, replacing, repairing, and maintaining antenna-system equipment and performing other assigned duties. The role requires nationwide travel and work at heights, including climbing structures over 500 feet.

Requirements

At least 2 years of completed experience in the wireless industry.
Valid driver license with a clean driving record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to climb and work up to 500+ feet and lift over 50 pounds.
Ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with a 50-pound load.
Ability to work in varied physical positions, including sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and climbing.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of public safety and security issues and regulations.
Strong time-management, accountability, prioritization, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong work ethic, team orientation, adaptability, and alignment with the company mission, vision, and values.
Commitment to safety and customer centricity.
Ability to travel nationwide 100%.

Nice To Haves

4+ years of experience in the career field associated with Wireless Technologies.
First Aid / CPR certification.
RF Awareness Training.
OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

Decommission towers and tower equipment safely and efficiently.
Perform PIM, RF sweep, and fiber tests from the tower as requested.
Install and route coax, hybrid trunks, jumpers, hybrid cables, and hybrid jumpers.
Hang booms, mounts, antennas, and equipment; rig towers in Class III and Class IV rigging scenarios.
Lay out and install ice bridges and properly use cad welds.
Build tower platforms on the ground and install them on towers, with exposure to a cathead.
Fabricate steel in the field and on towers.
Wire in Raycaps and install Flash Technology lighting controllers.
Troubleshoot fiber, power, and RF issues using PIM/sweep equipment and a fiber tester.
Take pre-construction and closeout photos.
Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs, and other wireless equipment on towers.
Develop skills with guidance from experienced Technicians and Foremen, following the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM).
Climb and work on communications towers to install, replace, and repair antenna-system equipment and perform tower maintenance under close supervision.
Use and care for hand tools and mechanical equipment.
Recognize hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
Perform other position duties when requested.