Tower Technician 2

Job Description

Job Description

Centerline is seeking an experienced Top Technician 2 to join our team. The individual will be responsible for supervising and performing various construction tasks, including tower erection, coaxial cable and antenna installation, antenna mount installation, and RF testing and troubleshooting. This position is for candidates with experience in cellular construction.

As a Cell Tower Technician one will have a complete understanding of the wireless industry. 90% of the time will be spent onsite climbing cell towers. One will fully grasp all aspects of the initial training of the Associate Tower Technician and the Tower Technician. The Tower Technician will assist the Tower Lead in developing and planning complete site build (as it pertains to the SOW at hand). One will share ultimate responsibility for quality of SOW deliverable. The Tower Lead will assist the Tower Foreman in identifying change orders, obstacles and safety concerns that may impede SOW timeline. One will possess leadership skills to direct all top side activities.

What Will You Do:

• Follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, Tower Co., etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.
• Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including mounts, radios and antennas.
• Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of antenna systems using technical expertise and knowledge of blueprints and diagrams.
• A willingness to travel when and where required as directed by market.
• Successful Completion of Required Training: Tower/Rescue, First Aid/BBP and CPR
• PPE use and requirements
• Lock out Tag out
• RF Awareness
• Rigging
• GHS (formally MSDS)
• Special equipment (aerial lift, forklift, backhoe, capstan, etc.)
• OSHA Training
• Other duties as required

What Will You Need:

• Experience with capstan operations
• Experience with crane/signaling
• Experience with steel work (hanging boom, antennas, etc.)
• Experience with shooting an azimuth
• Knowledge of all testing equipment (load hopping) and basic functions of the equipment
• Higher understanding of multiple pulley operations
• Knowledge of quality and safety procedures
• Experience with clearly capturing photo images
• Advanced understanding of rigging
• Connector install experience
• System testing (load hopping) – PIM, ANRITSU Fiber, etc. experience
• Coax and Fiber routing/handling experience
• Top side and bottom side grounding experience
• Cad welding experience
• General working skills and knowledge of computers
• Safety conscious
• Able to take direction, self-motivate, quick learner, hard-working
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Accurately complete detailed forms and reports
• Frequent travel required with overnight trips
• Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
• Ability to perform Tower Rescues
• Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly
• Valid drivers license

Work Environment

Onsite at job locations.
Potential exposure to outdoor elements
Travel up to 75%
Ability to respond as needed to after-business hours issues.

Why join the Centerline Team?

• Strong commitment to safety and training provided
• Permanent employment with competitive wages
• Steady, local career opportunities with a rapidly growing company
• Full benefits package and 401k, (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, etc.)
• 120 hours paid time off, 10 paid holidays

Expected compensation includes $26.00 to $30.00 per hour and benefits including medical, vision, and dental benefits, and 401k retirement plan available for eligible employees. Compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as an individual’s education, training, experience, skills, geographic location, seniority, merit, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Who We Are

At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.

Join us today. Together, we’re building a better network.