Tower Technician II - Las Vegas

Betacom; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company seeks a Tower Technician in North Las Vegas, Nevada. This role involves working at heights to install, maintain, and repair communication towers. Candidates must hold a high school diploma, have some industry experience, and possess a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include climbing towers, handling tools, and adhering to safety precautions. Frequent travel and physical strength are required for this challenging yet rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• 1 to 2 years of industry experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel out of town when required.

Responsibilities

• Climbs towers to install and maintain telecom equipment.
• Follows safety procedures during operations.
• Maintains equipment and ensures a clean working environment.

Skills

Basic hand tool knowledge

Mechanical equipment skills

Ability to climb tall structures

Basic computer skills

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS equipment

Basic hand tools

Mechanical equipment

Job description

OVERVIEW

Assists in the construction, installation, and maintenance of communications towers and support structures and related telecommunications equipment. Tower Technicians work irregular hours, travel frequently, and work at great heights in extreme weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Climbs and works on communication towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna system equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision.
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Knows the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
• The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50lb load.
• Analyzes situations accurately and adopts an appropriate course of action.
• Communicates orally and in writing.
• Follows instructions accurately and completes assigned course of action.
• Recognizes safety hazards and performs duties in a safe manner.
• Works under close supervision.
• Maintains clean, orderly environment adhering to company policies and industry regulation/standard(s) (OSHA).
• Knowledge of basic tower rigging techniques.
• Performs stapedrops.
• Assists with testing procedures (sweeps, PIM, fiber testing, etc.).
• Performs GPS antenna alignment.
• Proficient with installation of antennas, RRH’s, ground kits, RET systems.
• Runs required lines to top of the tower; grounds coax lines and builds different sizes and types of connectors.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to learn quickly.
• Ability to lift over 70 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years of industry experience.
• Good reading and writing skills (English).
• Basic computer skills.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license (a must) and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must be able to accommodate out of town travel, if required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Current ComTrain or equivalent certification in Tower Climbing Safety and Rescue Certification required and willing to be trained as such.
• ComTrain, OSHA10, RF Awareness Training, First Aid/CPR trained.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk much of the time. The employee is also occasionally required to sit.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.