Telecom Tower Rigger – All Levels – Calgary

Wesbell Communications; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Alberta, Calgary, is seeking a Tower Technician to assemble and maintain communication towers. The ideal candidate will have experience in RF transmission lines and must be comfortable working at heights. Strong mechanical aptitude and a positive attitude are essential, along with a valid driver's license. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Hands-on experience with tower erection and RF transmission lines required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble or erect communication towers using construction equipment.
• Check antenna positioning and adjust as necessary.
• Perform maintenance or repair work on existing tower equipment.

Skills

Climbing communications towers

Use of coaxial prep tools

Blueprint interpretation

Communication systems knowledge

Team player attitude

Education

College, GED, vocational or technical training

ANRITSU SITE MASTER Vendor Training

Tools

Power tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Category

Tower Technician

Job Type

Full Time permanent

Job Location

Alberta Calgary

We are currently seeking all levels of Telecom Tower Technician to join the Wesbell team in performing all tasks required to fully civilly construct wireless equipment on rooftop and tower environments.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities Include

• Assemble or erect communication towers using construction or rigging equipment
• Check antenna positioning to ensure specified azimuths or mechanical tilts and adjust as necessary
• Climb communications towers to install, replace or repair antennas or auxiliary equipment used to transmit and receive radio waves
• Install all necessary transmission equipment components including antennas or antenna mounts, surge arrestors, transmission lines, connectors or tower mounted amplifiers (TMA’s)
• Install, connect or test underground or above ground grounding systems
• Perform maintenance or repair work on existing tower equipment using hand or power tools
• Perform general ground procedures, such as assembly of Microwave Dishes and steel structure assembly
• Any other duties that may be assigned

Education (Theoretical Training)

• College, GED, vocational or technical training preferred
• ANRITSU SITE MASTER Vendor Training or 2 years experience with ANRITSU product/equipment/technology
• Ability to properly use coaxial prep tools
• Andrews coaxial connectorization course and/or training
• Strong knowledge of dish orientation and path alignment
• Strong knowledge of antenna azimuth and tilt

Job Requirements/ Experience

• Must be comfortable working at heights or in confined space
• Must have hands on experience with tower erection, antenna, dish, RF transmission line, copper and fiber systems (not required for Green Level)
• Experience with reading and interpreting blueprints and engineered drawings
• Good understanding of wireless communication systems
• Good understanding of industry standard installation guidelines
• Good knowledge of the operation and safety requirements of power tools
• General working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude is required
• Good understanding of electricity and electrical safety
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean drivers abstract
• May require use of personal vehicle
• May be required to travel and work weekends, nights if required by customer
• Must be a team player and possess a positive and professional attitude towards work and others
• Fluent in English, written and oral

Wesbell welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with Wesbell; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. We wish you all the best!