Tower Technician Level 2 - Las Vegas, NV

Tower Technician Level 2

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. Alamon, Inc. seeks a Tower Technician Level 2 for its Wireless Service department. This position entails: installation, maintenance, and repair of wireless equipment.

Job Description:

• Lead and participate in the installation, integration, and testing of wireless equipment.
• Work with DC power, Coax, Fiber Optic cabling, radios, antennas, and power systems.
• Ensure all safety and quality control requirements for crew and site are met.
• Safely ascend and descend towers and structures using safety harnesses, lanyards, and other fall protection.
• Oversee the proper grounding, weatherproofing, and alignment of equipment installations.
• Assist in upgrading and replacing outdated equipment to improve network performance.
• Perform advanced signal strength testing, line sweeps, and power measurements to optimize performance.
• Implement and follow through with job instructions provided by leadership.
• Keep vehicles and equipment maintained and in operational condition at all times.
• Keep a detailed log documenting all activities including equipment installations, testing and results, and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain compliance and adhere to all industry regulations, safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Must pass the pre-employment screening process which includes a background check, drug test and motor vehicle records pull.
• Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 50lbs., and hiking over various terrain.
• Possess a current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no DUI / DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project demands.
• Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.

Work Environment:

• This position will work outdoors, year-round, in all weather conditions, and on varying terrain. May work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, wet or slick surfaces, and loud noises is possible.
• Must be comfortable working with heights.
• Must always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.

Physical Demands:

• This is a physically arduous position that requires working outside in varying weather types and exposure to the elements.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 75lbs.
• Be comfortable at heights of 1000ft or more.
• Must be willing to work either day or night shifts when necessary.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel will be required based on the needs of the project.
• Transportation and lodging are provided while traveling and working out of town for the Company.
• Work in some locations with amazing views

Education and Experience:

• Trade school or equivalent experience.
• Highschool Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of tower-related experience or experience as a Wireless Technician.
• Experience working with T-Mobile and/or Verizon Networks and/or AT&T Networks.
• Intermediate Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office skills.
• Familiar with tools such as Putty, Secure CRT, WinSCP and CMD.
• Must be comfortable working with DC power systems, batteries, and DC electrical wiring.
• Perform call testing and capture customer test requirements.
• Familiarization with PPC, CommScope, RFS coax connectors.
• Attainment of mobile elevated work platform certification.
• Tower Climbing and Rigging Certification.
• NWSA TTT 1 or 2 Certification.
• Intermediate Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office skills.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance policy
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation time
• Expanded wellness and virtual care services
• ESOP company= Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Lodging and transportation are provided while traveling

Work Authorization: Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position. EOE: Alamon Inc is an equal opportunity employer.