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Wicomm Inc
Lead Cell Tower Technician
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What they do
A Tower Climber or Technician inspects and repairs cell phone towers by climbing to different locations on the tower.
$70,076 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Have a complete understanding of the wireless industry. 90% of time spent onsite climbing Cell Towers. Assist foreman in developing and planning complete site build (as it pertains to the SOW at hand). Share ultimate responsibility for quality of SOW deliverable. Assist foreman in identifying change orders, obstacles, and safety concerns that may impede SOW timeline. Possess leadership skills to direct all top side activities. Back up tower foreman when on the ground. Have a solid understanding of color coding, weatherproofing, grounding, etc. (as it pertains to the SOW at hand). Understand all components of the COP process.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.- Follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, 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.
- A willingness to travel when required.
Successful Completion of Required Training:
- Tower/Rescue
- Rigging
- First Aid/BBP @ CPR
- PPE use and requirements
- Lock out Tag out
- RF Awareness
- Rigging
- GHS (formally MSDS)
- Special equipment (aerial lift, forklift, Back hoe, capstan etc.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
NWS-A TT1
Certified- Capstan operations
- Crane/signaling
- Steel work (hanging boom, antenna etc.)
- Shoot azimuths
- Knowledge of all testing equipment, load hopping and basic functions of the equipment
- Higher understanding of multiple pulley operations
- Fully understand quality and safety procedures
- Ability to clearly capture photo images
- Advanced understanding of Rigging
- Connector install
- System testing (load hopping) PIM, ANRITSU, Fiber etc.
- Coax, Fiber routing/handling
- Top side and bottom side grounding
- Cad welding
- Self-motivated
- Quick learner
- Able to take direction
- Hard-working
- Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
COMPANY BENEFITS
- Full Benefit Package, Employer matched IRA , and opportunities for advancement in a rapidly growing industry with a financially stable company.
- Employment is dependent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:- Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day.
- Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Accurately complete detailed forms and reports.
- Frequent Travel required with overnight trips.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Office and outside in all weather conditions.