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Summary/Objective
Possesses general working knowledge of equipment and safety procedures required in the construction, repair and maintenance of towers and accompanying structures.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform tower construction and testing activities including installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
Work with basic hand tools and safety equipment.
Ability to utilize telecom test gear knowledge.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance
Basic electronic knowledge
Utilize PPE in compliance with EHS requirements and industry standards
Assist with testing of new and existing equipment. May include sweep, PIM, or fiber testing.
Maintain OSHA safety requirements at all times with the ability to follow EHS procedures and protocol
Installation of RF and antenna system components such as (antennas, TMA's, RRU's, diplexers, coax, hybrids, grounding, supports, weatherproofing, connectors, hardware, etc.)
Understanding and ability to process schematics/diagrams/blueprints and read construction drawings.
Coordinate with other technicians and engineers to ensure proper system operation
Responsible for Capstan operations, Crane/signaling, Rigging, Steel work (hanging boom, antenna etc.) and shoot azimuths.(Front, Back and Side)
Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education and Experience:
2 years of experience as a tower technician
and Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Have knowledge of and ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements
Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
Valid DL
Knowledge and experience of major carrier sites including upgrades, , Electrical, DAS, Small Cells, etc.
Skills Required:
Ability to take and understand written and verbal direction. Ability to take and understand written and verbal direction.
Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawing and support documentation, RF data sheets, and basic electrical concepts. be able to communicate both verbally and electronically.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Attention to detail
Hard working and self-motivated
Ability to work at heights greater than 100 ft.
Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility:
Coordinate with other technicians and engineers to ensure proper system operation
Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required:
Ability to work in all weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme weather conditions.
Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
Ability to travel and work in remote locations outside of the metropolitan area.
Desire and ability to climb structures to heights in excess of 300’ while carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.
Full-time, 40 hours/week
Travel is required 50% of the time
AAP/EEO Statement
NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on , , , , , or expression, , , genetic information, , or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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.
Summary/Objective
Possesses general working knowledge of equipment and safety procedures required in the construction, repair and maintenance of towers and accompanying structures.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform tower construction and testing activities including installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
Work with basic hand tools and safety equipment.
Ability to utilize telecom test gear knowledge.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance
Basic electronic knowledge
Utilize PPE in compliance with EHS requirements and industry standards
Assist with testing of new and existing equipment. May include sweep, PIM, or fiber testing.
Maintain OSHA safety requirements at all times with the ability to follow EHS procedures and protocol
Installation of RF and antenna system components such as (antennas, TMA's, RRU's, diplexers, coax, hybrids, grounding, supports, weatherproofing, connectors, hardware, etc.)
Understanding and ability to process schematics/diagrams/blueprints and read construction drawings.
Coordinate with other technicians and engineers to ensure proper system operation
Responsible for Capstan operations, Crane/signaling, Rigging, Steel work (hanging boom, antenna etc.) and shoot azimuths.(Front, Back and Side)
Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education and Experience:
2 years of experience as a tower technician
and Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Have knowledge of and ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements
Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
Valid DL
Knowledge and experience of major carrier sites including upgrades, , Electrical, DAS, Small Cells, etc.
Skills Required:
Ability to take and understand written and verbal direction. Ability to take and understand written and verbal direction.
Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawing and support documentation, RF data sheets, and basic electrical concepts. be able to communicate both verbally and electronically.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Attention to detail
Hard working and self-motivated
Ability to work at heights greater than 100 ft.
Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility:
Coordinate with other technicians and engineers to ensure proper system operation
Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required:
Ability to work in all weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme weather conditions.
Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
Ability to travel and work in remote locations outside of the metropolitan area.
Desire and ability to climb structures to heights in excess of 300’ while carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.
Full-time, 40 hours/week
Travel is required 50% of the time
AAP/EEO Statement
NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on , , , , , or expression, , , genetic information, , or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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.