Tower - Technician

Ontivity Llc; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with HSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

7 Paid Holidays

Boot Allowance

Per Diem for Personal Use

Transportation Provided

PTO

Job summary

Ontivity in Texas seeks a Tower Tech to join our growing team. The role involves climbing tall structures, installing antennas and cable runs, and supporting new tower construction while maintaining safety standards.

Expect travel and a non-standard schedule in a hands-on environment with competitive pay. The role offers benefits including health, dental, vision, life, 401k, and PTO, plus a boot allowance and per diem where applicable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tower safety and fall protection required.
• Electrical/electronics education is a plus.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to obtain DOT certification.

Responsibilities

• Climb heights on various towers and structures.
• Install antennas, mounts, cables, and related hardware.
• Assist in testing and construction of towers.
• Perform routine and special maintenance on towers.
• Troubleshoot electronics at cell/microwave sites.

Skills

Tower safety

Fall protection

Rigging basics

Electrical knowledge

Hand tools usage

Education

Electrical/electronics education

Tools

CDL Class A

DOT certification

Job description

Company Overview:

Ontivity is actively looking to add new members to our exciting and growing Team. We are currently seeking a Tower Tech. We would prefer experience in Tower Construction, Antenna and Line Installations, Microwave Installations, and Tower Modifications. Successful candidates can look forward to an Energetic, Family Atmosphere in a very prosperous and growing industry.

Pay Range - $20-30

Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance with HSA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Boot Allowance per year
• Per Diem for Personal Use
• Transportation Provided
• PTO

Essential Functions / Responsibilities:

• Climb various heights on multiple type structures
• Perform installation of antennas, mounts, cable ladders, cable, etc.
• Assist in testing of sites
• Participate in new tower construction
• Perform routine and special circumstance tower maintenance
• Assist in trouble shooting a variety of electronic components from cell/microwave sites to lighting systems
• Recognize safety hazards and perform all duties in a safe manner
• Maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers
• Continue industry education and knowledge on an ongoing basis
• Uphold quality workmanship surpassing industry standards

Personal Attributes:

• Must be willing to travel and be able to work within a non-structured schedule, i.e., long hours, weekends, etc.
• Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently
• Team oriented

Supervisory Responsibility

Level 1 tower techs do not have any supervisory responsibility. Level 2 tower techs are expected to mentor and train level 1 techs.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent work in adverse weather conditions
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet.
• Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• On a constant basis, employee must lift, carry, and maneuver heavy or awkward objects weighing 50lbs or more.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Daily travel within the Company’s geographical footprint and possible extended stays at external destinations. Travel time can be anywhere from three to six weeks at a time, with appropriate breaks.
• Frequently required to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements set forth by applicable standards and manufacturer requirements set for PPE, equipment, and tools

Required Knowledge:

• General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times
• Mechanically inclined
• Electrical/electronics education a plus
• Basic Rigging
• Must have complete knowledge on use and care of basic hand tools and power tools
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus.

Job Related Certifications:

• OSHA 10 or 30
• Authorized Climber (Level I)
• Authorized Rescue (Level I)
• Competent Climber (Level II)
• Competent Rescue (Level II)
• First Aid/CPR
• Basic Rigging
• Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications

EEO Statement

Ontivity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ontivity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Ontivity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Ontivity's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.