Tower Technician III

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

Job summary

SEFNCO Communications Inc is seeking a Tower Technician III to install, maintain, and operate wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecom equipment. This role emphasizes safety, hands-on problem solving, and teamwork on long-term projects.

The candidate should have at least 4 years of tower experience, a High School Degree, ability to climb towers and lift 50 lbs, and be able to work up to 12 hours with a valid driver’s license; NWSA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day.
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality.
• You enjoy hands-on problem solving and collaborating with your team.
• 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 can read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed.
• You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• NWSA certification is a plus.
• You can climb towers, lift up to 50 lbs, and work up to 12 hours.
• You have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and operate wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecom equipment and systems.
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights.
• Offload material and inventory and prepare sites.
• Install carriers on new and existing towers and assist in tower erection.
• Assist in antenna installation and transmission line work.
• Mentor newer technicians and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Quality workmanship

Hands-on problem solving

Team player

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Degree

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.

• 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.