Are you open to working in the evolving world of telecommunications with a passion for technology and delivering excellence? The Tower Technician position at NKTelco will specialize in the installation, servicing, maintenance and decommissioning of fixed wireless systems. They work with a variety of hardware, including coaxial cables, cat5 cables, fiber optic cables, network switches, routers, and antennas. Residential and business installations and troubleshooting are a qualification. We offer competitive pay, raises for tier progressions every six months through free training from NCTI that could potentially result in a college degree. Come join an innovative broadband team installing state of the art fiber optic services today!
Job Type: Full-time
Rate: $25-$32/hour plus on call and overtime pay if applicable
Location: Office located in New Knoxville, OH
Primary Responsibilities Include:
Perform support and maintenance of fixed wireless plant
Conduct repairs to telecom towers at heights up to 300’
Reporting on possible hazards
Following work checklists and ensure operational compliance
Expanding network coverage
Troubleshooting system outages
Power supply maintenance
Knowledge and experience working with electronics, electrical, RF, and fiber optic equipment
Able to communicate clearly and good interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and plan accordingly to complete daily assignments
Able to properly operate small hand tools, power tools, and test equipment
Strong computer skills in Word and Excel
Able to accurately measure distances using tapes or other measuring devices
Able to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires/cables
Ability to work in tight spaces including attics, crawl spaces, cabinets, utility closets, and telco rooms
Knowledge of and ability to comply with all OSHA, FCC, NEC, and local ordinances.
A successful Tower Technician will have:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
1-2 years of broadband experience in telephony, fiber optics, or related field
Valid and clean driver's license
Able to properly operate small hand tools, power tools, and test equipment
Able to work independently and plan to complete projects
Able to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires/cables
Required to participate in tower climbing education /certification classes
Benefits:
Family Medical (3 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision
Company funded HSA
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Company Paid Long Term Disability with Voluntary option
Company Paid Parental Leave
Company Paid Life as well as Voluntary policies
401(k) with generous company match
Paid Time Off
Volunteer Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
When you join NKTelco...
You'll be joining an award-winning company and team. We also believe in giving back to the community and we want our employees to have the opportunity to do so. We provide an environment that gives each employee the opportunity to nurture their gifts and achieve their potential. For more information, go to www.schurzchoice.com.
Schurz Communications and its subsidiaries strategic objectives:
We will attract, invest in, communicate with, and retain top talent.
We will innovate, partner, experiment and create a better future together.
We strive to continuously improve operating performance to ensure sustained growth.
We will dynamically grow revenues by building and nurturing mutually beneficial and profitable customer relationships.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is:
Regularly required to talk and hear
Required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
Required to use close vision and be able to focus
Lift and carry up to 75 pounds
Walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment including ladders
Kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, pulling, bending, pushing, reaching above head
Work indoors in poorly ventilated areas such as attics during extreme heat
Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects
On-call schedules every 3 weeks
Work schedules may adjust based on business need
The employee generally works in an outdoor environment.
