What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tower Technician position at Weis Towers LLC?
Description:
Looking for a motivated and skilled Wireless Tower Technician. The successful candidate will need to be knowledgeable and proficient in all aspects of running the tower top and bottom, with attention to all jobs being completed quickly, accurately, and efficiently. This position does require travel. Weis Towers will be working directly with Inland Cellular on projects.
Responsibilities
- Climb towers to lead in the installation, replacement, and troubleshooting of wireless equipment based on direction from Foreman and Construction Manager
- Able to run the top independently
- Always up the tower unless the Foreman is absent
- Proficient with Capstan Hoist
- Proficient with Gin Pole
- Learn how to SWEEP, PIM, Fiber Test, Volt Meter
- Lead the crew on the tower
- Understand and comply with DOT regulations
- Perform tasks to facilitate timely job completion
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Read Scope of Work (SOW) documents and deliver project outcomes to scope and as directed
Qualifications
- Use hand and power tools proficiently
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team environment
- Willing to work outside of normal business hours (shift work), including nights and weekends, as needed
- Use of PM gear, SWEEP gear, Fiber Test gear, climbing gear, capstan hoist, rigging, load ropes
- Utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
- Able to lift, carry, push, pull 75 lbs
- Work environment is outside exposed to the elements with wind noise
- Ability to work at heights of 180 ft
- Willingness to mentor/train others professionally and to be mentored/trained
Work Experience/Certifications/Licenses
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- Clean Driving Record & Valid Driver's License
- Three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent
- DOT Eligible
- Climbing Certification
- Fall Protection & Rescue Training Certificate
- OSHA 10-Hour Certificate
- First Aid & CPR Certificate
- RFS and PPC Certifications
- Sweep & PIM Certificate