Tower Technician III (Top Hand)

Tower Technician III

At MasTec Communications Group, we are currently staffing for our subcontractors. By applying through MasTec Communications Group, you are being considered for an interview and potential employment directly with one of our subcontractor partners. As a Tower Technician III, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities as a Tower Technician III include installing, maintaining, and operating wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. You will also:

• Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies (Safety Manual)
• Understand and implement industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights
• Conduct the erection of various tower types
• Offload material and inventory
• Prepare and clean sites
• Install new carriers on new build and existing towers
• Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles
• Assist in the assembly of the monopole, all weld and knock down self-support and guyed towers
• Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15-foot, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas
• Assist in the transmission line and installation of foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides
• Assist in the installation of all aspects of electrical site foundations, grounding, and conduits, with electrical installations where applicable
• Serve as a mentor to new, less experienced technicians
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications include:

• Safety is a part of your day-to-day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• You have a high school degree
• You have a minimum of 4 years of tower experience
• You have the ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed
• You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations
• Possession of an NWSA certification is a plus
• You must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
• You must have a valid driver's license and driving record meeting the company's policy conditions

Hard work pays off. See what you will get for your effort:

• $23$26/hour (based on experience)
• 90 day performance evaluation
• Paid holidays (including your birthday and veterans day for veterans)
• 10+ days PTO (starting year one)
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with company match (after 1 year)
• Paid training and certifications (tower climbing, RF awareness, CPR/First Aid)
• Employee referral bonuses
• Competitive per diem pay
• Long-term stability with a fast-growing company

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.