Lead Tower Technician

KMM; Whitesboro (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance w/ HSA option

401K with company matching

Weekly pay

Paid training

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Job summary

KMM Telecommunications is seeking a motivated Lead Tower Technician to join our Team of Telecommunications Professionals in the Utica/Yorkville/Whitesboro area. This position is the 2nd in command on a 3- or 4-person crew and focuses on installation, inspection and maintenance of wireless radio and antenna systems on towers and rooftops.

Local candidates only; a valid driver’s license, 2–3 years tower experience, and certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years tower construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comtrain or equivalent climbing certification preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnostic test equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and maintain wireless radio/antenna systems on towers and rooftops.
• Support ground-based civil scopes for cabling, grounding, and conduits.
• Complete work on time with safety and quality compliance.
• Assist Foreman with site duties and close-out documentation.
• Assist training and skill development for junior technicians.

Skills

Tower construction experience

Driver's license

Climbing certification

Test equipment knowledge

Job description

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Upstate New York, Whitesboro, NY, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1321

Salary Range: $26.00 To $28.00 Hourly

KMM Telecommunications - L&A Lead Tower Technician

LOCAL Candidates only - Must be in the Utica/Yorkville/Whitesboro area to be considered

KMM Telecommunications is looking for a motivated and skilled Lead Tower Technician to join our Team of Telecommunications Professionals. We are looking for an individual that values hard-work and trust and wants to be part of a Team that values the same. This position would be the 2nd in command on a 3 or 4-person Tower Crew. Current Tower Technicians that are experienced and looking to further their careers and be the Lead Hand on a Crew will also be considered for this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform installation, inspection and maintenance services for wireless radio and antenna systems on towers, rooftops and other elevated structures in conjunction with the Crew Foreman and Tower Technician(s).
• Perform ground-based civil scopes when applicable in support of radio systems cabling, grounding, interconnects and/or conduits.
• Complete work on time, efficiently, and profitably.
• Adhere to KMM and Industry safety and quality control requirements at all times and ensure lower-level Tower Technicians adhere to the same.
• Identify and work with all required materials, tools and equipment needed to complete assigned work.
• Communicate effectively with Crew Foreman, and other Crew members at all times.
• Assist Crew Foreman with execution of all manner of site related duties/responsibilities, including Close-out documentation.
• Assist with training and skill development for less experienced Tower Technicians.
• Dedication to continued training and professional development.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in a clean and operational condition at all times.
• Certifications in Tower Climbing, OSHA, RF Awareness, First Aid and Safety, NWSA, and Rigging.

Job Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 2-3 years tower construction experience preferred.
• Comtrain or equivalent climbing certification preferred (Training will be provided by KMM otherwise).
• Knowledge of diagnostic test equipment preferred (Sweep/Fiber/PIM testing, etc.).
• Must be flexible to work overtime (weekend and evening work sometimes required).
• Must be flexible to work out of Market when/where required as site locations dictate.
• Must be comfortable climbing and working at heights on towers, rooftops, water towers and other elevated structures up to 300ft.
• Competitive Wages
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Training
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Personal Days
• Fortune 500 benefits through ADP Total Source
• 401K with company matching
• Health Insurance w/ option of adding a Health Savings Account (HSA).