Tower Technician

Nextlink Internet
  • Peoria, IL
    13 days ago

    Job Description

    Company Overview

    We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

    • 6 MONTH PAY INCREASES for NEXT 2 YEARS*

    Job Summary:

    Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable

    Essential Functions:

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
    • Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
    • Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
    • Inspect completed work to ensure all hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are properly fastened, proper support is in place, or adequate weather proofing has been installed.
    • Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
    • Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables
    • Check antenna positioning to ensure specified azimuths or mechanical tilts and adjust as necessary.
    • Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems.
    • The ability to climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
    • Transport equipment to work sites, using utility trucks and equipment trailers.
    • Lift equipment into position safely, using rigging tools or equipment such as capstan hoist.
    • Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details, using phone and computer software.
    • Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
    • Climb towers to access components, using safety equipment and techniques learned from the tower safety and rescue training program.
    • Other duties as assigned

    Skills:

    • Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor
    • Work with basic hand tools
    • Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious
    • Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check
    • Must pass in-house training program
    • Must have a valid driver's license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy

    Education and Experience:

    • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
    • Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment

    Work Environment/Hazards

    • Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
    • Use of PPE
    • Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 250 feet with climbing equipment
    • Comfortable working alone and working closely with others

    Physical Demands

    • Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
    • Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
    • Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly
    • Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 250 feet
    • Frequently required to use hand and power tools

    Working Hours/Days:

    • Irregular hours
    • Monday through Friday
    • Full Time
    • Min 40 hours, flexible schedule
    • Overtime as needed
    • On call rotation required; frequency of rotation is based on team size

    Travel Requirements:

    • 20-40% voluntary travel or as needed
    • Overnight travel required as needed

    Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

    Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

    Drug Free Workplace:

    Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Opportunities for advancement
    • Paid time off
    • Paid training
    • Parental leave
    • Referral program
    • Safety equipment provided
    • Vision insurance

    Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

    Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

    Drug Free Workplace:

    Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPeoria, IL

    Skills

    • Antennaunmatched
    • Broadbandunmatched
    • Coaxial Cableunmatched
    • Computer Softwareunmatched
    • Construction Equipmentunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Experienceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electromechanicsunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Ethernet Cableunmatched
    • Governmentunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Internet Service Providersunmatched
    • Internet/Online Serviceunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Equipmentunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Telecommunications Equipmentunmatched
    • Training Programunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
    • Weatherizationunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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