Tower Technician III

SEFNCO Communications Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

SEFNCO Communications Inc. in St. Louis, MO seeks a Tower Technician III to install, maintain, and operate telecom equipment on towers, contributing to a safe and robust network.

You will work in a safety-minded environment with a focus on quality and hands-on problem solving. The role requires 4+ years of tower experience, tower climbing ability, lifting 50 lbs, and reading written instructions. Mentoring junior technicians is part of the job.

Qualifications

• Safety is a day-to-day priority.
• Strong work quality and reliability.
• Hands-on, problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness for long-term projects.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Must be able to climb towers and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and operate telecom equipment on towers.
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights.
• Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles.
• Ensure safety policies and environmental standards are followed.
• Install carriers on towers; prepare and clean sites.
• Mentor new technicians on site.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-first

Quality-focused

Problem-solving

Team player

Tower climbing

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

NWSA certification

Job description

Overview

As a Tower Technician III, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community.

Responsibilities

As a Tower Technician III, you are responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

In addition, you will:

• Understand and implement Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies (Safety Manual)
• Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights
• Conduct the erection of various tower types
• Offload material and inventory
• Prepare and clean sites
• Install new carriers on new build and existing towers
• Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles
• Assist in the assembly of the monopole, all weld and knock down self-support and guyed towers
• Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15-foot, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas
• Assist in the transmission line and installation of foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides
• Assist in the installation of all aspects of electrical site foundations, grounding, and conduits, with electrical installations where applicable
• Serve as a mentor to new, less experienced technicians
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

About You:

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• You have a High School Degree
• You have a minimum of 4 years of tower experience
• You have the ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed
• You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations
• Possession of an NWSA certification is a plus
• You must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
• You must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record meeting the company's policy conditions

Compensation of $26-$31 per hour.