Tower Technician 4

Thayer Power & Communication; Marlborough (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Thayer Power & Communication in Marlborough, MA is hiring for field technicians to install, repair and maintain wireless towers and antenna systems across New England. You will work with crews at heights up to 200 feet, perform ground-based civil scopes as needed, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

We welcome candidates with construction experience or training; OSHA10/30 certification is a plus and training is provided for RF safety, HazCom and related courses.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical labor including lifting 50 lbs and climbing.
• Experience in construction or wireless site work is a plus; training provided.
• Candidates must pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain wireless radio and antenna systems on towers and rooftops.
• Work with Crew Foreman to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain equipment and communicate effectively with crew members.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA10 or OSHA30 training

Tools

Power tools

Antenna systems basics

RF cabling basics

Tower/roof access familiarity

Job description

EOE: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/ national origin/disability

We are a wireless construction company based in Marlborough, MA, seeking candidates located in MA, CT, RI and NH, to join our fast-growing company.

We are looking for self-motivated, reliable, and professional candidates to work with our crews to install, repair and maintain cell tower equipment. We have multiple openings at all levels of experience. Candidates must be able to do construction work involving climbing monopoles, water tanks, towers and roof tops, and be comfortable working day-to-day at heights of 200 feet, doing physical labor, and using power tools.

Previous construction experience and wireless site construction is a plus, and working knowledge of antenna systems, connector assembly, transmission line installation and repair is preferred but not required. We will train the right candidates regardless of climbing or construction experience.

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 Lead Technician.
• 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 Company and Industry safety and quality control requirements at all times.
• Identify and work with all required materials, tools and equipment needed to complete assigned work.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in clean and operational condition at all times.
• Communicate effectively with Crew Foreman, Crew Lead, and other Crew members at all times.
• Dedication to continued training and professional development.

J Lee is open to discussing the on-boarding of full and/or partial Crews if a Candidate has current Team members that are also interested in possible employment.

Required:

• Must hold valid driver's license, have clean driving record, and be able to travel in and throughout New England;
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen;
• Must be able to obtain MA DOT Medical Card;
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs;
• Must be able to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl;
• Must be comfortable climbing and working at heights up to 200' feet.
• OSHA10 or 30 Certification; cost will be reimbursed.
• Must complete online certifications in RF Safety Awareness Training, HazCom, Bloodborne Pathogens Safety; cost paid by company.
• Com-Train or equivalent certification is a plus (will train).