Tower Technician - Tech 2 or Tech 3

Southwest LAN Connections, LLC (SWLAN) has been a leading provider in the Wireless broadband Microwave industry for the past 22 years. We are seeking to fill a full-time position for Tech 2 or Tech 3 wireless tower technician

$18.00-$30.00 per hour based on experience

Primary Role and Responsibilities

• Experience with installing components such as antennas, transmission lines, antenna mounts and other wireless infrastructure.
• Installation, terminations and testing of RF, Ethernet and fiber optic cabling
• Experience in the installation of microwave equipment, Ethernet switches and power distribution units.
• Experience in RF cabling sweeping of a transmission line and/or antenna system.
• Some experience is a benefit within design installation and support on the following industry wireless solutions (Cambium, Ceragon, SIAE, Aviat, Siklu, Radwin, or any other similar wireless manufacturers)
• Some experience is a benefit for the design and installation for 900 MHz narrow band networks utilized within SCADA wireless industry
• Ability to work outside and withstand varied inclement weather conditions
• Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the Company and OSHA/MSHA
• Maintain the company’s high standard of quality and professionalism with regard to workmanship, customer relations, coworkers, behavior and appearance
• Strong communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal, electronic)
• Strong time management, problem-solving, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of multi-tasking

Minimum requirements

• 2 years experience within the wireless industry
• Must have personal tools for the telecommunication industry
• Must have a drivers license coupled with a clean MVD driving record
• Mandatory drug screening and back ground check
• Some traveling required
• Able to lift 50 lbs minimum
• Flexibility to work more than an 8 hour work shift at times
• Must be able to utilize aerial platform lifts and work off of communication structures

Benefits

Paid Time Off : Holidays and Vacation, Medical Reimbursement plans, Objective Bonuses, 401K, On-The-Job training, Opportunities for fast growth