Technician, Field Network

Field Network Technician

Rise Internet is seeking a highly motivated Field Network Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, installation, and repair of telecommunications towers and related equipment. The technician will work with a team to ensure that all towers are in good working condition, meet safety standards, and are operating at maximum efficiency.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on telecommunications towers and related equipment, including replacing or repairing parts as needed
• Conduct inspections of towers and equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
• Install new telecommunications equipment on towers, including antennas, cables, and related hardware
• Work with a team to troubleshoot and diagnose problems with tower equipment and systems
• Use specialized tools and equipment, such as hand tools, power tools, and electronic testing equipment, to complete assigned tasks
• Climb towers to access equipment and perform maintenance and repair work
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines when working at heights and in potentially hazardous environments
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation related to job duties

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working in telecommunications tower maintenance, repair, or installation preferred
• Ability to work at heights up to 350 feet and in potentially hazardous environments required
• Comfort with climbing ladders, towers, and other elevated structures required
• Ability to work with equipment that has a weight limit of 260 lbs or less required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics required
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team required
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Working Conditions

• Employee is constantly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. Must possess physical conditioning and stamina to climb heights up to 500 feet and perform physically demanding tasks at such heights. Must be able to frequently climb a ladder and work in an elevated position. On a constant basis, must safely lift, carry and maneuver heavy or awkward objects 100 pounds or more, with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required include close up, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Full spectrum color vision required.
• Must be able to work safely in a field or office environment. Must be adept at working in adverse weather conditions.
• Daily travel within the Company's geographical footprint is required.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of every duty and responsibility which will ever be required of an employee in this position, however, the employee will be held responsible for all duties assigned.