Tower Technician II

We are deploying infrastructure for 5G Networks. A telecommunications startup focused on  efficient and strategic support to the nationwide 5G deployment, helping OEMs and operators achieve enhanced connectivity for their networks.

The technician will be responsible for the performance of various construction tasks in the areas of, but not limited to RRU and antenna installation, cell site installation and maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting. This position is for candidates with experience in Telecommunications construction. Preferred experience with OEM or operator base projects and teams.

Requirements

• Perform activities including installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax/fiber and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing network and lines.
• Read and understand Site Plan and Redline Drawings
• Installation and maintenance of microwave equipment to include testing.
• Assist with testing of new and existing equipment. May include RET (Remote Electrical Tilt) identification, RF or Fiber sweep & scoping, CAT5/6, DAS, PIM testing.
• Installation of ice bridges, cable trays, equipment pads, racks, and platforms.
• Installation of underground and in building conduits and Cabling.
• Learn or continue training in Industry Safety, Climbing, rescue, and rigging requirements and standardizations.
• Work as a team to function as part of a 2, 3, or 4-man crew to ensure project completion and customer satisfaction across multiple scope of works.
• Able to climb to and work at heights
• Able to lift 50 to 100 lbs.
• Basic mechanical abilities with hand tools and basic power tools.
• Ability to work reliably under minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions; including but not limited to snow, rain, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to receive, comprehend and carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Observe all company procedures and safety rules.
• Complete work in a timely and efficient manner by planning, prioritizing, and mobilizing staff, materials to meet schedule.
• Ensure Foreman is apprised of construction progress, concerns, and deviations from plans or established schedule.
• Work with Construction Supervisor and Foreman to analyze job requirements such as labor and materials.
• 2+ Years of experience

Physical Demands

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. The employee needs to have good vision for close work, distance, color discrimination, peripheral, and depth perception.

Benefits

• Team Member Discount Program
• Referral Program

• Safety PPE provided
• Team Safety Bonus Program
• Per Diem when traveling
• Company paid hotel rooms when traveling
• Paid Trainings

• Certification Training and Assistance
• Industry latest Equipment
• Paid Uniform
• Provide Fully Loaded Truck and Tools during or on work projects
• Opportunity to Expand and Grow within company

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of 1 year experience, preferably 2+ years of experience in cellular construction
• First Aid & CPR
• EME/RF Training

• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) 10 Certified
• RF Awareness Certified
• Aerial Lift Certified
• Competent Rigger Certified
• Competent Tower Climber and Rescuer Certified

• Hazcom Certification
• Fiber Test Certification
• NWSA (National Wireless Safety Alliance) TTT1 (Telecommunications Tower Technician 1) certification not required but is a bonus
• Ability to operate a Commercial Vehicle a plus
• CDL (Commercial Driver License) License not required but a plus ++

CED Systems is an equal opportunity employer. CED Systems prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.