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Tower Climber

Tower Climber

Valley TelephoneSeguin, TX, US
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for the installation of wireless equipment at tower sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

  • Perform equipment installations and replacement at various heights on the tower.
  • Support wireless network techs during remote equipment trouble shooting of equipment.
  • Perform site maintenance on tower cabinets and central offices.
  • Install and maintain both AC and DC power equipment.
  • Inspect towers and make recommendations for maintenance or repair.
  • Use industry and OSHA standards for rigging and rope work at tower site.
  • Make recommendations to Wireless Network Technicians for equipment repair / replacement.
  • Maintain compliance to all relevant OSHA, safety or departmental standards as directed by supervisor.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a valid Driver's License and insurable record.

Must pass pre-employment screen, physical and background checks.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Overnight or multi-day travel is expected to be around 20% of the time during the year. Most projects and / or repair work occurs within a 2 hour driving distance and candidates can expect to be home daily.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Basic knowledge of CO concepts, operation, maintenance and repair in the following related subjects : basic electricity, basic telephony, AC / DC power, grounding and protection.
  • Basic knowledge of digital concepts, digital switches, T1 / Tn transmission and fiber optics.
  • Basic and advanced installation, support of wireless equipment, tower construction and shelter facilities.
  • Knowledge in RF (radio frequency) communications.
  • Knowledge with IP (Internet Protocol) & TCP (Transport Control Protocol).
  • General PC network communication is an asset.
  • Knowledge of routing / switching technologies, Cisco IOS preferred.
  • Knowledge of WiFi network deployments preferred.