Job Title: Cell Tower Technician
Reports to: Tower Director
Location: Saint Charles, MO
Level: Non-exempt
Salary: $21-28/hr.
Hours: 40+ hours/week, 8:00AM – 5:00PM; seasonality of business will require overtime hours at times throughout the year.
Travel: 50% + to 100% (includes overnight)
Direct Reports: No
About the Company:
Project group 2000/ Commlink Technology is a leader in cell phone tower and wireless construction across the MOKAN region. The company started 20 years ago as Project Group, a name which still has a strong reputation today, and brings deep experience from different towers, carriers, and technological evolutions. The company focuses on a culture of mentorship to teach and grow internally, continuously earning trust with each other and our customers, and solving problems to “Get Sh!t Done”. Because we set high standards and expect a lot, we give a lot too in the form of competitive pay, benefits, and company culture.
The Benefits
· Competitive weekly pay
· Per diem when traveling
· New Hire Training program
· Health, Dental, Vision, Short term disability & Life Insurance
· 401K plan with company match
· Vacation, holiday pay, and sick leave
· Long-term career path with internal advancement opportunities
Job Summary
The Cell Tower Technician supports the tower crew with the overall success and safety of erecting, installing, and maintaining wireless telecommunication towers builds. This role is focused on modifying, repairing, and installing both mobile and stationary radio transmitting and broadcasting equipment. This role is an entry level position and reports to the Foreman and Construction Manager.
Essential Job Functions
- Willingness to get Sh!t done (despite weather, locations, Or barriers).
- Perform a variety of tasks including planning, tower erection, assembling and mounting antennas and other support equipment.
- Inspect completed work to ensure all hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are properly fastened, proper support is in place, or adequate weather proofing has been installed.
- Grounding of electronic equipment based on industry standards; weatherproofing lines; familiarity working with fiber is extremely beneficial.
- Troubleshooting the cause of equipment failure using various procedures and test equipment.
- Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures that arise or that may be encountered; take corrective actions as needed and report any issues to leadership.
- Maintain documentation that is a) reliable; b) accurate, and c) detailed. Including but not limited to: client and company checklists, forms, photos, and closing documents.
- Maintain a safe and clean job site: pick up tools and equipment, secure job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience is not needed but preferred in antenna and line upgrades, steel mod projects, and potentially microwave installation and alignment.
- The ability to take initiative and ask how you can help.
- The ability to be inquisitive, learn and apply basic understanding of the tower technician essential job functions as stated above.
- Reliability, showing up to work and doing what you say.
- Take ownership of any challenges or opportunities and see them through to a successful outcome.
All employees are expected to exhibit exemplary customer service skills, both with external customers, vendors, visitors, co-workers, and management staff. Their written and verbal communication skills should be concise and effective, they should aspire to excellence in both work and customer service, they should show courtesy to all they encounter while representing the Company.
Background check & drug screen
The safety of all personnel and quality of work is of paramount concern. We are a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace. Candidates will be required to take and pass a Background check and Drug screen prior to employment. Testing also occurs at Random, Post Incident, and For Cause.
Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and drive or ride in a motor vehicle. The employee must regularly be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs., up to six (6) to eight (8) hours/day. Will need to perform these duties in all weather conditions/climates, including heat, cold, rain, snow, etc. Must have the ability to travel, sometimes with short notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
