Tower Technician

Nextlink Internet; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Safety equipment provided

Life insurance

Employee discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Nextlink Internet is hiring for a full-time tower technician role in Texas. The position involves installing and maintaining wireless tower electronics and cabling, with climbs up to 250 ft, and regular travel 40–60% across regions.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to pass drug screening and background checks, and complete in-house training. A demanding outdoors environment and irregular hours are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Must pass drug screening, a criminal background check, and driving record review.
• Must pass in-house training program.

Responsibilities

• Install tower electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical components.
• Climb towers up to 250 ft to install, replace, and repair antennas.
• Run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e, and coaxial cables.
• Maintain safety training and wear safety equipment.
• Complete assigned duties and respond to on-site needs.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team oriented

Safety conscious

Drug screening

Background check

In-house training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Electro-mechanical equipment

Job description

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match. 6 MONTH PAY INCREASES!

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
• Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables.
• The ability to climb tall structures up to 175-250ft with a load.
• Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver license.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor.
• Work with basic hand tools.
• Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious.
• Must pass a drug screening test, a criminal background check, and safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy.
• Must pass in-house training program.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.

Work Environment/Hazards

Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind.

In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles.

Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 250 feet with climbing equipment.

Physical Demands

Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day.

Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more.

Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly.

Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet.

Frequently required to use hand and power tools.

Working Hours/Days

Irregular hours Monday through Friday.

Full Time Min 40 hours, flexible schedule.

Overtime as needed.

On call rotation required - To include Saturdays & Sundays.

Travel Requirements

40-60% travel required.

Overnight travel required as needed.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with a match
• Training provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Voluntary life insurance
• Referral bonus program

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities.