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Job description
Who We Are:
Ontivity/ET Tower is a Total Turnkey Supplier of Telecommunication Infrastructure Design and Implementation throughout the Wireless Industry. We are actively engaged in all aspects of Telecommunications Design and Construction including Rawland Site Builds, Antenna and Line Installation/Upgrades, Microwave Installation/Commissioning, and Civil and Electrical Installations. ET Tower Currently maintains office locations in Colorado Springs, Co, Longview, TX, Hammond, LA and Edmond, OK. We are comprised of a strong family of men and women who operate as teammates. We are proud of the collective, team-oriented atmosphere that drives this company to excellence. Our desire is for every member of our team to advance in knowledge and skill and to pursue exceptional performance and safety. ET Tower also seeks to drive industry standards and is a founding member of NATE and NWSA.
Benefits Include:
Medical Insurance with HSA
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401k (with 4% match)
7 Paid Holidays
Boot Allowance per year
Per Diem for Personal Use
Transportation Provided
Personal and Vacation Days
Pay Range $25-$35/hr DOE.
Essential Functions:
Ability to install, maintain, and trouble shoot licensed and unlicensed M/W radio systems and auxiliary equipment without direct supervision. Possess Licensed OEM Certifications such as Aviat, Nokia, NEC, Ceragon, and others.
Auxiliary equipment includes DSX panels, MUX equipment, routers, patch panels, Wi-max products.
Experience with AC/DC rectifier installations, AC/DC cabling & terminating to radio equipment.
Able to wire wrap up DSX panels, run alarms and punch down to proper color code.
Proficient with test equipment for in the field test and turn up.
Migration of customer traffic to newly installed MW systems
Bench testing of MW systems before deployment to the field
Diagnosis of all aspects of problems to include path alignment.
Conduct site audits for future installs
Comply with various customer’s standards of installation.
Effectively communicate with the customer about issues, on site changes, and recommendations in a professional manner
Conduct the above tasks within OSHA regulations, industry standards and more stringent safety regulations set forth by EasTex Tower LLC
Competencies:
Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus
Must be able to pass a background check for government security clearances.
Power meters, Spectrum analyzer, OC3 - T1 test sets, and ability to conduct RFC 2544 tests. Any proficiency with the upcoming Y.1564 standard a plus
Ability to work with all software programs that communicate with radio equipment.
IP Configuration & networking skills
General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times.
Ability to properly inspect and use PPE.
Knowledge of using transits, compass, set azimuths to standard engineering processes.
Antenna alignment tool experience
Sweep & PIM testing experience. Anritsu gear preferred.
Equipment certifications; forklifts and boom lifts
Must have complete knowledge on use and care of basic hand tools and power tools.
Personal Attributes:
Must have reliable transportation to and from office location.
Mechanically inclined
Technically inclined
Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently.
Team oriented.
Ability to work with Microsoft Office
Supervisory Responsibility:
Level II & III technicians may be required to be the supervising member of a crew. He/she has demonstrated a high proficiency level in all tasks related with turnkey microwave radio installations. Individual has also established a high level of responsibility and accountability for himself/herself and those under his/her supervision. Lead technicians are expected to participate, supervise, and oversee all work tasks performed on site, inspecting each phase as required, ensuring the quality of the installation pertaining to radio installation and all other procedures related to the industry.
Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.
Frequent work in adverse weather conditions
Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders.
On a constant basis, employee must lift, carry, and maneuver heavy or awkward objects weighing 50lbs or more.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Daily travel within the Company’s geographical footprint and possible extended stays at external destinations. Travel time can be anywhere from three to six weeks at a time, with appropriate breaks.
Frequently required to use hand and power tools.
Job Related Certifications:
OSHA 10 or 30
Competent Climber
Competent Rescue
First Aid/CPR
Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications.
Microwave Radio Certifications
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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