Lead and execute complex tower construction and maintenance activities on-site, including assembling and erecting towers, installing antennas, and optimizing telecom systems at height.
Serve as the point leader on the tower, providing guidance and instruction to team members to ensure safety, efficiency, and task completion.
Oversee advanced installation tasks, including grounding, coax/fiber handling, Capstan hoist operations, and connector installation, while adhering to strict technical and safety guidelines.
Conduct and supervise testing activities, such as sweep testing, Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing, and fiber testing, to validate system performance and reliability.
Maintain OSHA regulations and company-specific EHS protocols on the tower, ensuring safety compliance for all team members.
Provide mentorship and on-the-job training to less experienced technicians, fostering skill development and building a collaborative team environment.
Operate specialized rigging equipment and tools, such as cranes and hoists, for advanced lifting and positioning tasks.
Interpret and validate construction drawings, RFDS, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy in tower installations.
Collaborate with the Foreman and project stakeholders to address challenges and implement efficient solutions during tower operations.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
5+ years of telecommunications construction experience, including leadership roles.
Valid Drivers License and the ability to meet DOT requirements.
NWSA TTT2 certification required.
OSHA30 certification required.
First Aid AED/CPR certification required.
Ability to obtain all required certifications such as, but not limited to: RF awareness, competent climber, competent rescuer, ANSI 10.48 competent rigging, fall protection awareness, crane spotter/signal person, capstan hoist operator, etc.
Benefits
Ability to work in all weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme weather conditions.
Desire and ability to climb structures to heights in excess of 300’ while carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.
Travel is required 50% of the time
Telecommunications Technician, II at NextEdge | JobVerse