Tower Technician Apprentice

Tower MRL; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional Development Programs

Travel reimbursements

Free accommodations when traveling

Provision of safety gear

Job summary

A leading telecommunication company is seeking a Telecommunication Tower Technician for extensive travel across the US. Candidates should expect to climb towers over 500 feet and lift weights exceeding 50 lbs. The role comes with comprehensive training, a competitive hourly wage of $20–$24, and numerous benefits. This position is ideal for those looking for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass preemployment drug screening and DOT physical.
• Ability to travel extensively out of state for extended periods.
• Willingness to climb towers exceeding 500 feet.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and document existing conditions.
• Perform telecommunication tower inspections, including climbing.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and compliance regulations.

Skills

Climbing heights over 500 feet

Ability to lift more than 50 lbs

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Technical skills

Education

High School diploma

Some college experience

Tools

Excavation equipment

Safety gear

Job description

TowerMRL has immediate openings for Telecommunication Tower Technician looking for professional and personal growth while traveling throughout the US.

POSITION DOES REQUIRE LOCATION TO OUR COTTAGE GROVE, WI LOCATION WITHIN 60 TO 120 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT.

Telecommunication Tower Apprentices will learn and be trained to perform a wide variety of field specific job duties. We travel throughout the US and although the travel is extensive, we look to schedule employees for 2-3 weeks in the field at a time. Time off is backlogged after each deployment. Employees wanting greater pay have the option for longer assignments. Tower Technicians must have the ability to climb heights in excess of 500 feet, lift more than 50 lbs., and have the ability to travel extensively out of state for extended periods of time, including overnight and weekends. TowerMRL provides all training and certifications, base pay (including travel time), individual hotel rooms and per diem pay for incidentals for overnight work days. All new employees will undergo a full tower and rescue training prior to first deployment. Tower Technicians have opportunity for extensive overtime and room for advancement.

NEW EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS THE FOLLOWING FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH TowerMRL, LLC.

• Preemployment Drug Screening
• Preemployment DOT physical and must be able to obtain a medical card
• Integrity Survey
• Background Check
• Review of Driver Record
• Training and Skills Week

BENEFIT PACKAGE

TowerMRL provides a comprehensive benefits package. Medical coverage is provided to the employee through a self funded program. The company covers 50% of subsidies are also provided for other benefit plans (long and short disability). There is a retirement plan company match based on the employee’s salary after eligibility. TowerMRL provides a Professional Development Programs that offers various outlets such as industry related seminars, conferences, and internal training opportunities.

Hourly Wage - $20.00 to $24.00 per hour

• All required fall protection equipment
• CLC hotel card for payment of hotel rooms
• $35.00 per day for meals while traveling – this is reimbursed on paychecks – Company does not advance this money under any circumstances
• All required safety training
• Some personal protective gear
• Cell phone for work and personal use – after 30 days of empowerment

TRAINING:

• OSHA 10 (Telecom)
• Authorized Climber
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Radio Frequency Awareness (RF)
• Jobsite Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Scope of Work (SOW)
• CPR/First Aid/Blood Borne Pathogens

Technical Training

• Scope of Work
• Basic Rigging
• Material Handling
• Ropes/Knots
• Drills/Saws/Grinders
• Operate Trucks/trailers, and equipment
• Knowledge of the DOT regulations
• Load Securement

Introduction to Various Types of Structures and Appurtenances

• Monopole
• Self- Support
• Guyed
• Stealth
• Rooftop
• Antennas

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections/investigations, including survey and documentation of existing conditions, field testing, photographing, and sketching
• Utilize excavation equipment to assist in on-site investigations
• Conduct tests to exacting standards as directed
• Perform telecommunication tower inspections to include climbing towers in excess of 500 ft.
• Organize field data
• Perform general repairs, maintenance, upgrades and re-fabrication to towers and other structures as directed
• Pick-up and delivery supplies, tools, equipment, components, etc., via company vehicle
• Adhere to all Federal, State and Local driving requirements
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as additional legal regulatory requirements (i.e., OSHA)
• Meticulously adhere to safety procedures and policies while maintaining quality standards
• Maintain company vehicle in a clean and presentable condition
• Utilize available resources, technology, and tools to complete work
• Prioritize and perform job requirements and activities based on open communication with field and management personnel
• Extensive travel, 2 - 3 weeks away from base office location (over 95% travel out of state (via air and company vehicle) to include weekends)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE
• High School diploma is required, some college experience preferred
• Good analytical and computer skills
• Strong technical, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Ability and interest in performing work in the field
• Demonstrated willingness to learn
• Physical ability and the willingness to climb towers in excess of 500 feet
• Physical ability to lift 50 + lbs. and be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in all types of weather
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with workers, other department employees, and the general public
• Some ability to read and interpret sketches and blueprints
• Ability to obtain applicable tower climbing certifications
• Ability to travel extensively out of state and for extended periods of time (travel required is 95% to include weekends and overnight)
• Ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan (e.g. Good Driving Record - No DUI's or suspensions within the last 5 years and no more than 2 traffic violations (with less than 3pts. max on each violation) in the past 3 years)