5 Star Electric, LLC

Tower Technician, III - Lexington, KY

LocationClay, KY
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.


Position Title: Level III Technician, Tower

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.


Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Level III Technician, Tower has a full understanding of RF configurations, testing and troubleshooting any problems on the tower. The Level III Technician, Tower is expected to assist in the training and development of Level I and II Technicians. The Level III Technician, Tower can safely and efficiently climb and maneuver on a wireless structure.


Roles and Responsibilities:

Properly take Pre-Construction and Closeout photos
Rig a tower in a Class III rigging scenario
Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs and other various wireless equipment on the tower
Gain knowledge from the experienced Technicians and foreman to develop your skills based on the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM)
Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision
The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load
Decommission a tower and tower equipment safely and efficiently
Properly PIM test, RF Sweep test and Fiber test as requested from the top of the tower
Install and route coax, hybrid trunks, and all jumpers
Ability to hang booms, mounts, antennas, and equipment and able to rig a tower in a Class IV rigging scenario
Layout and install an Ice Bridge and perform proper use of cad welds
Build out a tower platform on the ground and properly install on the tower with exposure to a cathead
Properly route and secure hybrid cables and hybrid jumpers
Fabricate steel in the field and on the tower
Wire in Raycaps and install Flash Technology lighting controllers
Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
Ability to perform PIM, sweep, fiber, and antenna alignment testing on site set rets and program equipment as needed
Proficient-level ability to install radios, base station equipment, conduit, DC power wiring, AC Power and fiber optic cables
Performs other position duties when requested


Success Factors:

Good Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude

Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
Ability to climb and work up to 500+ft and lift over 50 lbs.Willingness and ability to learn additional skills


Experience and Education:

OSHA 30 Certification Required
First Aid / CPR Certification Preferred
4+ years of experience in the industry associated with Wireless Technologies preferred.
NWSA certification is preferred
Ability to use Rigging Calc to create and edit rigging plans as needed in the field is preferred
Must show previous Competent Climber/Rescuer certification
Tower Stacking experience is preferred (monopole, self-support, and guy towers)
Equipment operation is preferred (skid steer and lull/telehandler forklift)


Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Class A CDL License is preferred.
Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
When working on site, will be required to wear common protective safety equipment.
May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite.
Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humidity and rain.


Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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