Tower Technician

Job Summary:

The Tower Technician performs inspection, general repair, and maintenance on towers in combination with high-frequency lighting and antenna/subsystems. This role performs troubleshooting and replacing lighting systems. Technicians meet all safety and industry standards.

Position Location:

Paducah Kentucky

Essential Functions:

• Climb various heights (100 feet and above) on various types of structures.
• Install lights, antennas, and cable.
• Perform and troubleshoot tower maintenance.
• Recognize safety hazards and safely perform tasks.
• Troubleshoot electrical components to the lighting system.
• Analyze problematic situations and adopt an appropriate course of action.
• Maintain safety procedures and inspect climbing gear before use.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanically inclined
• Team oriented

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• General tower and fall protection knowledge
• Basic rigging

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work outside and withstand varied inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize efficiently.
• Good problem-solving and time management skills.
• Willingness to climb towers.
• Be proactive, organized, and handle work in a stressful environment.
• Proficient in computer systems.

Drakeway Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability, and protected veteran status. Drake's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Drake also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Drake's policy is to comply with all applicable federal and state laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Employment is dependent on the satisfactory completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.