Tower Technician Top Hand

Centerline; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Full benefits package including 401k

120 hours paid time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Centerline is looking for a Cell Tower Top Hand in the Philadelphia/NJ area, responsible for supervising construction tasks such as tower erection and antenna installation. The role requires extensive experience in cellular construction and a strong commitment to safety.

The ideal candidate will manage a small crew, plan daily activities, and ensure compliance with safety policies. The position offers a competitive wage, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in cellular construction.
• Sweep & PIM testing certifications.
• Fiber testing certification.
• Competent Tower Climber and Rescuer Certification.
• First Aid & CPR certification.
• NWSA TTT1 & TTT2 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily activities for crew and assign tasks.
• Monitor crew activities for safety policy compliance.
• Install and maintain microwave equipment.
• Conduct testing of new and existing equipment.
• Install underground and in-building conduits.

Skills

Crew management

Physical conditioning

Safety compliance

Customer satisfaction

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Sweep & PIM testing equipment

Fiber testing equipment

Job description

The Cell Tower Top Hand in the Philadelphia/NJ market will be responsible for the supervision and performance of various construction tasks in the areas of tower erection, coaxial cable and antenna installation, antenna mount installation, RF testing and troubleshooting. This position is for candidates with extensive experience in cellular construction.

What You Will Do

• Planning daily activities for crew and assigning tasks as required.
• Monitoring crew activities and ensuring all safety policies are being followed.
• Installation and maintenance of microwave equipment.
• Installation and maintenance of mounts, platforms, antennas, RRU’s, TMA, and other related equipment on towers, rooftops, and other structures to expand and upgrade cellular networks.
• Installation and maintenance of coaxial and DC power/fiber optic transmission lines.
• Installation of underground and in building conduits for electrical and back haul circuits.
• Testing of new and existing equipment. May include sweep, PIM, or fiber testing.
• Installation of ice bridges, cable trays, equipment pads, racks, and platforms.
• Other Duties: Please note 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.

What You Will Need

• Ability to manage a small crew and maintain a safe productive work environment.
• Excellent physical conditioning and stamina.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions; including but not limited to snow, rain and varying temperatures.
• Observe all company procedures and safety rules.
• Work as part of our team to ensure customer satisfaction.
• High School Diploma
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in cellular construction
• Basic computer skills required for equipment programing and site closeouts
• Sweep & PIM testing certifications
• Fiber testing certification
• Competent Tower Climber and Rescuer Certification (does not need to be current, Centerline will re-certify, previous experience as an instructor is a bonus)
• First Aid & CPR (Centerline will re-certify if required)
• NWSA TTT1 & TTT2 certifications

Work Environment

• Be willing to travel
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the company insurance policy.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use hands to finger/handle/feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk or hear.
• Occasionally the work requires the employee to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Frequently the employee is required to lift or carry up to 10 or 25 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 or 100 lbs.
• Able to climb to and work at heights exceeding 300’ feet.
• The employee needs to have good vision for close work, distance, color discrimination, peripheral, and depth perception.

Why join the Centerline Team?

• Strong commitment to safety and training provided
• Permanent employment with competitive wages
• Steady, local career opportunities with a rapidly growing company
• Full benefits package and 401k (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, etc.)
• 120 hours paid time off, 10 paid holidays

AAP/EEO Statement

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.