Tower Technician

Steeplejack Position

This position has responsibilities in the preventive maintenance and repair of site equipment in the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS). This position requires high knowledge in the area of repairing and purchasing replacement parts for the equipment. This position would install and oversee the installation of current or new site equipment to manufacturers standards. This position may require overnight travel, on-call, or overtime during the course of their duties.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience on tower rigging, climbing equipment, safety procedures and practices, electrical wiring skills and knowledge, troubleshooting electrical problems experience, familiarization with steel structures, and the use of mechanical and electrical tools.
• Physical ability to work on high structures at unusual heights (50' to 500'), possibly under extreme weather conditions and environment conditions of work site.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, move heavy objects, and traverse rough terrain.

Position Location:

This position will be located in either Belmont, MI or Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The Western location (Belmont, MI) is based out of the Grand Region Service Center and encompasses the following counties:

• Mason, Lake, Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Ionia, Montcalm, Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph, Branch

The Eastern location (Lansing, MI) is based out of the Capital Region Service Center and encompasses the following counties:

• Huron, Tuscola, Sanilac, Saginaw, Gratiot, Clinton, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Eaton, Ingham, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Hillsdale, Lenawee, Monroe

* This is a test designated position. To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Possess a medical examiner certification prior to final offer.

Candidates selected for this position must complete the Michigan State Police background check. This extensive background check requires fingerprinting for state and federal criminal background records. The background search will include, but is not limited to arrests, criminal charges, criminal convictions, and any information regarding contact with a criminal justice agency.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.

If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!

What We Offer:

The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.