As aTower Lead (Top Hand), one will have a complete understanding of the wireless industry. 90% of the time will be spent onsite climbing cell towers. One will fully grasp all aspects of the initial training of the Associate Tower Technician and the Tower Technician. The Tower Lead will assist the Tower Foreman in developing and planning complete site build (as it pertains to the SOW at hand). One will share ultimate responsibility for quality of SOW deliverable. The Tower Lead will assist the Tower Foreman in identifying change orders, obstacles and safety concerns that may impede SOW timeline. One will possess leadership skills to direct all top side activities. The Lead will support the Foreman when on the ground. One will have a solid understanding of color coding, weatherproofing, grounding, equipment installations, etc. (as it pertains to the SOW at hand) and understand all components of the COP process.
Responsibilities:
Follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, Tower Co., etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.
Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including mounts, radios and antennas.
Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of antenna systems using technical expertise and knowledge of blueprints and diagrams.
Successful Completion of Required Award Winning Paid SAC Training:
Tower/Rescue
First Aid/BBP and CPR
PPE use and requirements
Lock out Tag out
RF Awareness
SACW onboard/protocols
Rigging
GHS (formally MSDS)
Special equipment (aerial lift, forklift, backhoe, capstan, etc.)
OSHA Training
The above reflects leadership's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Leadership may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
REQUIREMENTS:
Experience with capstan operations
Experience with crane/signaling
Experience with steel work (hanging boom, antennas, etc.)
Experience with shooting an azimuth
Knowledge of all testing equipment (load hopping) and basic functions of the equipment
Higher understanding of multiple pulley operations
Knowledge of quality and safety procedures
Experience with clearly capturing photo images
Advanced understanding of rigging
Connector install experience
System testing (load hopping) - PIM, ANRITSU Fiber, etc. experience
Coax and Fiber routing/handling experience
Top side and bottom side grounding experience
General working skills and knowledge of computers
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
Accurately complete detailed forms and reports
Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
Ability to perform Tower Rescues
Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Onsite at job locations.
Potential exposure to outdoor elements.
COMPANY BENEFITS:
Direct, W2 employment with competitive wages
Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
Quarterly incentive program
Paid time off, paid holidays, and up to 6% 401k match
Steady, long term employment
Paid uniforms and top of the line fleet of trucks and trailers with state-of-the-art tooling, test gear, and equipment
Student loan assistance program
Opportunity to expand and grow with one the largest, full service wireless construction companies in the U.S. while working with some of the most skilled leaders in the industry
Employment is dependent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screen