Field Engineer

TowerPros is seeking technically competent Field Engineer/Tower Climbers to build and maintain a sophisticated high performance wireless network in Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio. 

What You’ll Do:

• Promptly respond to network outages. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment in an efficient and timely manner.
• New construction and maintenance of existing infrastructure on towers, rooftops, and other communication structures that ensure consistent, best-in-class quality and reliability.
• Proactively communicate realistic timeline expectations for assigned tasks.
• Provide informational daily reporting on job progress and operational or maintenance issues.
• Become the on-site technical resource for sub-contractors during new construction.
• Terminate and splice fiber using cutting edge equipment and techniques.
• Participate in continuous trainings for new skillsets.
• Regular completion and passing score of all mandatory company certifications.
• Safely operate all supporting equipment, including vehicles, and rigging equipment.
• Regular daily travel.
• Other duties as assigned or needed.

Job Requirements:

• Previously certified in a Tower rescue course (Authorized Climber/Rescue).
• Experience rigging various communication structures and working with a capstan winch.
• Willingness to take on and learn new tasks, as needed.
• Reliable and predictable availability.
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be highly motivated and proactive.
• Basic network and subnetting knowledge.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and using a PC.
• Ability to maintain clean, safe, and orderly working environments.
• Flexibility with regards to work priority changes.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.

Preferred:

• Microwave technology and/or millimeter experience.
• Experience with installation of mounts to towers and other communication structures.
• Microwave antenna & equipment installation, path alignment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience and knowledge of AC and DC power systems including wiring of both types.
• Experience with fusion splicing and troubleshooting fiber with OTDR.
• Experience terminating and installing various sizes and types of coax cabling from 3/8 to 1”.
• Capable of troubleshooting with Spectrum Analyzer and Cable/Antenna Analyzer.  
• Knowledge of RF theory and understanding of signal flow concepts.
• Knowledge of various industry best practices for cabling, safety, and rigging.
• Valid OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced PC knowledge.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to competently climb all types of structures and towers up to 600 ft if required; Majority of towers climbed are between 150-400ft.
• Travel is 60% - 100%. - Deploy from home, must be able to park take-home work vehicle.
• Operations are typically between Toledo OH and Allentown PA along I-80.
• Occasional travel outside of these areas will be required as needed.
• Overnight stays will be required. Frequency is dependent on travel distance.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and on call required. Occasional weekend work is required as needed or as part of on-call.
• Willingness to work outside or inside in hot and cold weather conditions for long periods of time if required.
• Long haul driving, sometimes up to 10 hours in a work shift; Majority of driving is between 1- 4 hours.
• Required to be on feet/standing in one place 60% to 100% of the time.
• Required to lift/carry equipment and tools as follows:
• Over 150 lbs. – 1% of the time
• 75 – 150 lbs. – 5% of the time
• 25 to 75 lbs. – 50% of the time
• 1 to 25 lbs. –  90% of the time

Any offer for this position shall be subject to TowerPros' receipt of background check results, driving records, and drug screening, as permitted by applicable law.

Benefits include:

   - Overtime eligibility 
   - Medical, dental and vision insurance
   - Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
   - Paid vacation plus paid holidays
   - Retirement plan with employer match
   - Paid parental leave
   - Wellness ProgramsHourly Pay Range$31.25—$40 USD