Tower Technician

Viaero Wireless•Fort Morgan, CO

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Industrial Communications West is seeking a Tower Technician to join their team. This role involves constructing turnkey communication facilities, co-locations, and complete buildouts, with a focus on quality workmanship and high safety standards. The company constructs state-of-the-art tower and network facilities for major PCS cellular carriers, private and public enterprises, and public safety agencies and utilities. Crews are based out of Fort Morgan, Colorado, and do not work a rotation schedule. A sign-on bonus is available for experienced technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)
At least 2 years of wireless telecom construction experience required
Basic knowledge of knots and tower rigging
Must have or obtain and maintain Authorized Climber & Competent Climber/Rescue certification from an accredited institution
Must have or obtain and maintain OSHA 10 construction training card
Must have or obtain and maintain OSHA 30 construction training card
Must have or obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification
Ability to travel away from home up to 75% of the time including weekends. Travel includes local site travel or national travel depending on business needs
Must have the ability to pass pre-employment checks, which include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and substance screening, following federal law.
Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company requirements
Must be able to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat, and lift up to 75 lbs.
Ability to pull your own body weight, plus equipment weight, up a vertical tower to 500 feet for extended periods of time
Ability to reach, climb, and/or grasp ladders or other tall structures
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to work long and unpredictable hours

Nice To Haves

Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Ability to operate power tools and hand tools
Proven ability to perform fiber and sweep testing
Ability to operate aerial lifts, manlifts, telehandlers, and aerial platform equipment
May be required to build Bill of Materials (BOM) based on job needs
DC/AC electrical skills
Have the ability to troubleshoot and correct mechanical or electrical connections
Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions
Must have strong communication skills, both written and in person
Ability to meet strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, and maintain services for wireless radio and antenna systems on towers, rooftops, and other elevated structures
Mount antennas, including panels and microwave dishes, run coax, apply connectors, scope fiber runs, and sweet test coax lines and jumpers
Install tower equipment, including, but not limited to, masts, clamping, bracing, support, antennas, remote radio units, cabling, and bolting
Complete antenna installation of RF and microwave parabolic dishes from 1 foot to 10 feet in size
Troubleshoot RF and microwave systems
Assemble structures such as monopoles, self-supports, and guyed towers
Install power trunk lines
Load, transport, and unload tools, materials, and equipment in a safe manner
Support site cleanup and upkeep
Ability to manage crew members when required
Complete company required documentation
Other duties as assigned