Tower Technicians (Level I–III)

Tower Communications Expert, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care benefits

Company paid life insurance

Great PTO plan

Job summary

A telecommunications service provider is seeking a Tower Technician in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves working on cell phone towers, conducting maintenance, and installing equipment. Candidates must possess certifications such as OSHA 10 and RF Awareness, and should have experience with relevant tools. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $19-$30 per hour based on experience, alongside excellent health care benefits and PTO. Must be able to work at heights and under various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel away from home for 3 - 6 weeks.
• Must have basic hand tools and PPE.
• Willingness to use GPS-enabled time-card system.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-project meetings and complete paperwork.
• Assess safety hazards and ensure compliance to safety rules.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for integration tasks.

Skills

Ability to work with advanced hand/power tools

Ability to work under pressure

Basic computer skills

RF Awareness, CPR/FIRST AID, OSHA 10 certified

Valid Driver’s License with a clean record

Tools

Test Equipment

Climbing gear

Job description

Los Angeles and surrounding areas, CA • Field Operations

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Tower Technician works with cell phone towers to provide wireless communications services. A Tower Technician may assist in setting support infrastructure to build towers from the ground up. They also conduct routine maintenance while also installing more delicate equipment antennas, lighting at the top of the towers which requires additional education, experience, and training. When at the telecom job sites, the focus is always on efficiency, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a Tower Technician the duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in pre-project meetings and complete all required paperwork
• Assess safety hazards and ensure all work is performed following all safety rules and regulations
• Effectively work with and support fellow crew members crew members
• Successful completion of all scope of work assigned according to construction requirements and quality standards, and within the time frame allotted
• Provide troubleshooting and support for integration tasks
• Perform administrative tasks as required including timesheet submittals, daily reports, expense reports, materials list, etc.
• Participate in punch-walks and submit close out package information
• Take responsibility and care for all company equipment, vehicles, and tools
• Investigate and report all accidents/incidents to management and safety department; suggest and implement corrective actions

Qualifications

Must haves:

• Ability to work with advanced hand/power tools and alignment tools
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard best practices
• Basic computer skills
• Must be RF Awareness, CPR/FIRST AID, OSHA 10, Comtrain (or equivalent) certified
• Must be able to travel away from home for 3 - 6 weeks at a time
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Must have basic hand tools, full climbing gear, boots, work clothes, PPE
• Willingness to use TCE's systems and processes, including GPS enabled time-card system

Preferred:

• Experience with all major carriers (TMOBILE, Verizon, AT&T)
• NWSA TT1, TT2
• Knowledge and experience using test Equipment, ODM, PIM, Anritsu, OTDR
• Ability to read SA and other paperwork
• Ability to operate truck and trailer

Salary and Benefits

• $19-$30/hour BOE
• Excellent health care benefits including medical, dental, vision and several supplemental offerings
• Company paid life insurance up to 1x annual salary, STD and LTD
• Great PTO plan

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb and work on the towers, poles, buildings (no fear of heights)
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 70 pounds
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully
• Must be able to work in inclement weather (snow, rain, heat, high winds, etc.), long hours and variety of shifts (including night work)
• Must be able to pass ongoing drug screen testing