Tower Technician I (Evergreen)

Yulista Holding, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Yulista Holding, LLC is seeking a Tower Technician I to work various job sites in Alaska, performing general construction duties in extreme conditions. This role involves tower erection and microwave installation along with civil and grounding work.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, two years of construction experience, and required certifications. Benefits include health insurance, holidays, and a 401(K) match.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the construction field required.
• Tower Safety and Rescue Certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Rigging certification required within 6 months of hire.
• CDL required within 12 months of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction duties across various sites in extreme conditions.
• Climb to heights of up to 300 feet daily.
• General construction of tower sites including installation and maintenance.
• Mentor less experienced laborers.

Skills

Knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in construction

Basic knowledge of climbing gear and tower safety

Proficiency with hand and power tools

Rope and knot tying skills

Ability to use electronic test equipment

Teamwork and attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Strong self-motivation and work ethic

Ability to read safety rules and specifications

Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Climbing gear

Hand and power tools

Job description

Tower Technician I

As the Tower Technician I, you will work various job sites within Alaska performing general construction duties in extreme Alaskan conditions. The position is tailored toward tower erection and microwave installation but will also include civil and grounding work.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade for long hours, day after day, often in adverse conditions, to complete the project at hand.
• Follow directives from Project Foreman and senior personnel, taking initiative and remaining productive at work.
• Climb to heights of up to 300 feet daily in rural arctic environments.
• General construction of tower sites: site layout, excavation, foundations, erection, installation, and maintenance/repair.
• Install microwave antennas, systems, and all associated components.
• Align and cross‑polarize existing and newly installed antennas.
• Install all hardware related to telecommunications tower and equipment.
• Perform grounding, weather‑proofing, and testing.
• Work with diverse cable types, connectors, and antennas.
• Conduct tower rigging and crane signaling.
• Perform physical labor requiring extensive use of arms, legs, and overall body mobility such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials at construction sites.
• Work closely with a variety of other trades.
• Apply versatile construction skills to assist other trades to meet project needs.
• Submit all necessary paperwork to Project Management and Accounting in a timely manner.
• Adhere to and perform duties pursuant to the company wide safety plan.
• Report any incident or activity that may affect the company’s ability to operate safely, ethically, and profitably to the Risk Manager.
• Act in the best interest of the company while on the job or representing STG.
• Mentor less experienced laborers.
• Cook and clean as necessary in the field quarters.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Maintain any required certifications mandated by law or company policy.
• Work as a team player with co‑workers in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Seek and participate in development and training opportunities.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Note: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• All‑around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in the construction field.
• Basic knowledge of climbing gear, rigging, and tower safety, or willingness to learn these skills.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Rope and knot tying skills.
• Ability to safely utilize electronic test equipment and other specialized tools in performance of duties.
• Ability to safely use harnesses, belts, ropes, and other required protective equipment.
• Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines with general time management.
• Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisors, and maintain high attention to detail.
• Ability to work productively under pressure.
• Strong self‑motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, instruction manuals, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to participate in group meetings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to travel to remote places for work related purposes (up to 100% of time).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to live and work with co‑workers in close quarters and maintain good morale.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years or more experience in the Construction field required.
• Tower Safety and Rescue Certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Rigging certification required within 6 months of hire.
• CDL required within 12 months of hire.
• First Aid/CPR training or ability to become certified.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of STG Inc’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in rural arctic environments preferred.
• Six (6) months experience specific to tower erection in rural arctic environments preferred.
• Prior experience in Alaska’s rural construction industry is preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with low employee premiums.
• Eligible if expected to work 130 hours per month or more for at least 90 days: Dental and Vision Insurance.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D (does not carry over into off season period).
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D, STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance (does not carry over into off season period).
• Ten (10) paid holidays when regularly scheduled to work that day.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g). Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non‑work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non‑discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force, and benefits.

Reasonable Accommodation

It is Calista and Subsidiaries’ business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.