Tower Technician II

Tower Communications Expert, LLC | Full time | Indianapolis, United States | Posted on 02/02/2023

Tower Communications Expert (TCE) is a leader in the telecommunications industry offering top quality telecommunication services for our clients (  ).

We construct, service, and maintain telecom towers better than anyone else. Doing things right the first time and challenging every employee to exceed industry standards for safety, quality, performance, and customer service are what makes us different. We continuously improve ourselves through training, innovation, and our relentless drive to achieve 100% customer satisfaction.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Tower Technician works with cell phone towers to provide wireless communications services. A Tower Technician may assist in setting support infrastructure to build towers from the ground up, conduct routine maintenance, and install delicate equipment such as antennas and lighting at the top of the towers which requires additional education, experience, and training. When on telecom job sites, the focus is always on efficiency, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ability to successfully perform tasks of a Tower Technician I
• Responsible for training and mentoring of Tower Technicians I
• Successful installation of all telecom equipment with minimal supervision
• Provide troubleshooting and support for integration tasks
• Demonstrates an understanding of project time allotment as it compares to project budget
• Assist/substitute for a Tower Technician III when necessary
• Collect close out package information

Additional functions:

• Grounding
• Installation of antennas
• Antenna mounts, microwaves, coax lines, RF jumpers, remote electrical down‑tilts
• Site audits and maintenance tasks
• Troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance

• Ability to work with advanced hand/power tools, testing equipment, alignment tools
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within provided instructions and standard best practices
• Basic computer skills
• 3 months cell site construction experience installing various carriers
• Must be RF Awareness, CPR/FIRST AID, OSHA 10, Rigging, Comtrain (or equivalent) certified
• Must be able to travel away from home for 3–6 weeks at a time
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Must have hand tools including impact drill, full climbing gear, boots, and work clothes

• Must be able to climb and work on towers, poles, buildings (no fear of heights)
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 70 pounds
• Must be able to perform essential job functions safely and successfully
• Must be able to work in inclement weather (snow, rain, heat, high winds, etc.), long hours and variety of shifts (including night work)
• Must be able to pass ongoing drug screen testing

• Substitute for Tower Technician III
• Identify and report safety hazards, incidents, and accidents

• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Company Paid Life/Accidental Death Insurance
• Six (6) Paid Company Observed Holidays
• Three (3) Sick days per year
• Vacation Program, Starting with 1 week first year
• 401K, non-company matching
• Exciting social scene and lively
• Robust Referral Program!
• Vast advancement opportunities through our Training and Career Development programs