Tower Technician

TowerMRLand Advanced Tower Services have immediate openings for Telecommunication Tower -Level 1 at entry level, offering professional and personal growth while traveling throughout the US. POSITION DOES REQUIRE LOCATION TO OUR COTTAGE GROVE, WI OR ALBUQUERQUE, NM LOCATION WITHIN 60 TO 120 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT. Telecommunication Tower -Level 1 will learn and be trained to perform a wide variety of field specific job duties. We travel throughout the US and schedule employees for 2-3 weeks in the field at a time. Time off is backlogged after each deployment. Employees wanting greater pay have the option for longer assignments. Tower Technicians must have the ability to climb heights in excess of 500 feet, lift more than 50 lbs., and travel extensively out of state for extended periods, including overnight and weekends. TowerMRL/Advanced Tower Services provides all training and certifications, base pay (including travel time), individual hotel rooms, and per diem pay for incidentals on overnight work days. All new employees will undergo full tower and rescue training prior to first deployment. Tower Technicians have opportunity for extensive overtime and advancement. Preemployment Requirements Preemployment Drug Screening Preemployment DOT physical and must obtain a medical card Integrity Survey Background Check Review of Driver Record Training and Skills Week Benefit Package TowerMRL & Advanced Tower Services provides a comprehensive benefits package. The company covers 50% of the benefits, including MEDICAL AND DENTAL as well as self‑funded Vision Insurance. Subsidies are also provided for other benefit plans including LONG & SHORT TERM DISABILITY AND LIFE INSURANCE. There is a retirement plan with a company match based on the employee’s salary after eligibility. TowerMRL & Advanced Tower Services also offers a Professional Development Program that includes industry seminars, conferences, and internal training opportunities. Hourly Wage - $20.00 to $26.00 per hour - $65,000 to $85,000 Annually Additional Compensation All required fall protection equipment CLC hotel card for payment of hotel rooms – NO REQUIREMENT TO SHARE A ROOM $45.00 per day for meals while traveling – reimbursed on paychecks; company does not advance this money under any circumstances All required safety training Tool & Boot Allowance – Annually Cell phone for work and personal use after 30 days of employment Company provides NWSA Credential Testing Bonus Referral Program – $200 at Hiring – $300 after 6 months of employment Training OSHA 10 (Telecom) Authorized Climber Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Radio Frequency Awareness (RF) Jobsite Safety Analysis (JSA) Scope of Work (SOW) CPR/First Aid/Blood Borne Pathogens Technical Training Scope of Work Basic Rigging Material Handling Ropes/Knots Drills/Saws/Grinders Operate Trucks/Trailers and equipment Knowledge of the DOT regulations Load Securement Introduction to Various Types of Structures and Appurtenances Monopole Self‑Support Guyed Stealth Rooftop Antennas Responsibilities Conduct on‑site inspections/investigations, including survey and documentation of existing conditions, field testing, photographing, and sketching Utilize excavation equipment to assist in on‑site investigations Conduct tests to exacting standards as directed Perform telecommunication tower inspections to include climbing towers in excess of 500 ft. Organize field data Perform general repairs, maintenance, upgrades and re‑fabrication to towers and other structures as directed Pick‑up and delivery supplies, tools, equipment, components, etc., via company vehicle Adhere to all Federal, State and Local driving requirements Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as additional legal regulatory requirements (i.e., OSHA) Meticulously adhere to safety procedures and policies while maintaining quality standards Maintain company vehicle in a clean and presentable condition Utilize available resources, technology, and tools to complete work Prioritize and perform job requirements and activities based on open communication with field and management personnel Extensive travel, 2‑3 weeks away from base office location (over 95% travel out of state via air and company vehicle to include weekends) General Requirements

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High School diploma required; some college experience preferred Good analytical and computer skills Strong technical, written, and oral communication skills Ability to work independently Ability to analyze and solve problems Ability and interest in performing work in the field Demonstrated willingness to learn Physical ability and willingness to climb towers in excess of 500 feet Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and comfortable working outdoors in all weather Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with workers, other department employees, and the general public Some ability to read and interpret sketches and blueprints Ability to obtain applicable tower climbing certifications Ability to travel extensively out of state for extended periods; travel required 95% including weekends and overnight Ability to be covered by company auto insurance plan (e.g., Good Driving Record – No DUI’s or suspensions within last 5 years and no more than 2 traffic violations with less than 3 pts. max on each violation in past 3 years) #J-18808-Ljbffr Tower MRL