Tower Technician II

Linkup Alaska is a telecommunications construction company seeking an experienced Tower Technician II for the greater Alaska area.

We are a locally-owned company with the intent to deliver top quality services and products for our customers creating new opportunities and improved productivity for Alaska's communities. We believe in hard work, craftsmanship, celebrating achievements, making milestones, and high performance outcomes. We value honesty, integrity, and leadership. We mentor our employees ensuring fulfilling growth, professional development, and career opportunities. 

As a Tower Technician II, you are responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and implement Linkup Group Health Safety and Environmental Policies. (Safety Manual).
• Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
• Climb towers and ladders at various heights
• Conduct erection of various tower types
• Off-load material and inventory
• Prepare and clean sites
• Install new carriers on new build and existing towers
• Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles
• Assist in the assembly of the monopole, all weld and knock down self-support and guyed towers
• Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15-foot, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas
• Assist in the transmission line and installation of foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguide.
• Assist in the installation of all aspects of ell site foundations, grounding, and conduits, with electrical installations where applicable.
• Serve as a mentor to new less experienced technicians
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Safety is a part of your day to day
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
• You are looking for long-term projects
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
• You have a High School Degree.
• You have a minimum of 2 years of tower (or directly related) experience
• You have the ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions per prints
• You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Possession of a PWSA certification is a plus
• You must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours.
• You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions 

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Driver License
• Reliable Transportation 
• Competent Tower Climbing Certification
• RF Safety and Awareness Certification
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• Bloodborne Pathogens 
• OSHA 10
• NWSA Certified

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• Generous Overtime
• Per Diem Allowances
• PTO accrual
• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Medical benefits
• 401K Plan

This position is based out of Juneau, Alaska and frequently travels around the state and occasionally Washington.