Tower Technician

SPX Technologies • Franklin, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. As part of Detection and Measurement, Aids to Navigation, including Flash, Sabik Marine and Sealite, are leading providers of lighting and navigational aids for the marine, obstruction, and airfield end markets. Offering the broadest portfolio of solutions, we help people transverse the world safely by air, land, and sea. Primary Purpose Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair FAA obstruction lighting systems, primarily on towers and other elevated structures. Tower climbing and tower-site field service are the primary functions of this position. Technicians will also support fixed airfield lighting systems and related aviation-lighting equipment as assigned. Prior experience with tower obstruction lighting and airfield lighting systems is preferred, but lighting experience is not required.

Requirements

• Experience 2+ years of professional tower-climbing experience is preferred.
• Climbing experience may come from cellular/telecommunications, tower construction or erection, broadcast, utility, lighting, or other professional tower-work disciplines.
• Must currently be working in an active climbing role or have performed professional tower-climbing duties within the last 6 months.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current or recent (within 6 months) authorized climber certification.
• Ability to pass: Drug screening, Background check, Driver background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with tower obstruction lighting and airfield lighting systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair FAA obstruction lighting systems on tower sites and other elevated structures.
• Support installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of fixed airfield lighting systems and related field equipment as assigned.
• Climb and work on structures up to 2,000 feet.
• Travel extensively to job sites using company vehicles and occasional air travel.
• Complete daily reports, truck logs, and expense documentation.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Follow OSHA, FAA, company, and driving safety requirements.
• Represent the company professionally and maintain a positive customer-facing image.
• Work independently while collaborating with team members as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
• Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

What This Job Offers

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