Radio Tower Climber / Antenna Technician

Job Description and Duties

• Must adhere to and ensure safety policies are followed at all times; 100% tie-off is mandatory.
• Installs, erects, maintains, repairs, removes antenna systems of various types.
• Must be able to climb towers, monopoles and other similar type structures to various heights.
• Assemble and install antennas, mounts and supporting components.
• Adjust antennas as needed for proper operation.
• Install or replace coax cable, waveguide and other transmission lines as needed.
• Troubleshoot and maintain various types of coax, elliptical waveguide and grounding systems.
• Performs other responsibilities and jobs associated with this position.
• Minimum High School graduate or equivalent GED
• Minimum one year of Tower Climbing Experience is preferred.
• Must have experience interacting with customers and problem resolution
• Effective written and oral communication skills in the English language for safety reasons
• Must be able to maintain composure in a demanding work environment
• Must be able to learn mechanical installation actions and related activities.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driver history.
• Must be able to pass a Certification for Competent Climber Training.
• Must be able to obtain OSHA Construction 10 HR Safety Training card issued by the US Department of Labor
• Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug test.
• Must be able to complete a climbing test at interview if needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Must be willing to travel for occasional overnight jobs.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when required to restore mission critical systems.
• Must be comfortable climbing and working at heights on towers, rooftops, water towers and other elevated structures
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to pull own body weight plus equipment up an antenna structure for long periods of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $35