Tower Technician
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMonroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
Forget the Corporate Ladder
You love the outdoors. Adventure is in your blood. You enjoy real people, a comfortable shirt, and a good day's work. If you're not afraid of heights but dread monotony, join the team of talented telecommunications tower technicians at Tower Systems. You can learn on the job and climb high in a career where every day is a breath of fresh air. Around here, co-workers are like family, and the views are spectacular.
About the Team
Tower Systems is a family-operated business headquartered in Watertown, South Dakota, with a division in Winter Park, Florida, and a satellite office in Angle Inlet, Minnesota. We have a global footprint and provide services wherever they are needed. As an essential workforce, we travel the world to support industry leaders.
The Role
As a Tower Technician, you will perform all aspects of new construction, decoms, upgrades, co-locations, inspections, microwave, mapping, tower lighting, civils, and foundations. You will handle installations and maintenance on all types of towers up to 800' tall. This role is designed for those who thrive in dynamic environments where no two days are the same.
Hiring Process
All candidates agree to undergo a pre-employment background check, a DOT/Medical physical, and a drug screen.
Equal Opportunity
Tower Systems is an equal opportunity employer.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
Chicago, Illinois
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform new construction, decommissioning, upgrades, and co-locations on telecommunications towers
- check_circleInterpret construction drawings, assembly drawings, and RF data sheets
- check_circleInstall and maintain equipment on towers up to 800 feet tall
- check_circleConduct tower inspections, microwave work, mapping, and tower lighting tasks
- check_circleUtilize rigging, knot tying, signaling, and hoisting procedures for equipment handling
- check_circleExecute civils and foundation work for tower structures
- check_circleOperate boom trucks, skid steers, mini-excavators, and other heavy machinery
Requirements
- verifiedProficient use of PC, laptop, tablet, smartphone, printer, camera
- verifiedComprehends construction drawings, assembly drawings, RF data sheets
- verifiedProficient in rigging, knot tying, and signaling
- verifiedKnowledge of gin pole, winch, and capstan hoisting procedures
- verifiedKnowledge of driving trucks with enclosed trailers
- verifiedCDL license or crane certification
- verifiedClean driving record
- verifiedPassport
- verifiedWillingness to travel extensively
Nice to Have
Trade certifications, passport, CDL license, or crane certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleCompany contributes to paid health insurance for employees and legal dependentscheck_circleHealth Savings Account optioncheck_circleOptional dental and vision insurancecheck_circleOptional supplemental cancer, accident, and disability insurancecheck_circleCompany-paid life insurance valued at $15Kcheck_circle401(k) savings plan with Company matching up to 3%check_circlePaid vacation begins accruing day one, available for use after the first yearcheck_circleSick leave available for use after the first year of employmentcheck_circle9 paid holidays after 90-day introductory periodcheck_circle100% Travel expenses covered with individual hotel room and $45 per day per diem
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Frequently asked questions about Tower Technician at LinkedIn
What does a Tower Technician at LinkedIn do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Tower Technician at LinkedIn will perform new construction, decommissioning, upgrades, and co-locations on telecommunications towers; interpret construction drawings, assembly drawings, and rf data sheets; install and maintain equipment on towers up to 800 feet tall; and conduct tower inspections, microwave work, mapping, and tower lighting tasks.
What are the requirements for this Tower Technician role?expand_more
To qualify for the Tower Technician at LinkedIn position, applicants should have: Proficient use of PC, laptop, tablet, smartphone, printer, camera; Comprehends construction drawings, assembly drawings, RF data sheets; Proficient in rigging, knot tying, and signaling; Knowledge of gin pole, winch, and capstan hoisting procedures; Knowledge of driving trucks with enclosed trailers; and CDL license or crane certification.
Where is the Tower Technician role at LinkedIn located?expand_more
Tower Technician at LinkedIn is based in Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Tower Technician job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
LinkedIn has listed this Tower Technician role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Tower Technician role?expand_more
Candidates for Tower Technician at LinkedIn should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Tower Technician role at LinkedIn?expand_more
Key skills for Tower Technician at LinkedIn include CDL; Crane Certification; Rigging; Knot Tying; Signaling; Boom Trucks; Skid Steer; and Mini-Excavator.
What category does the Tower Technician role belong to?expand_more
Tower Technician at LinkedIn is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About LinkedIn
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