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Key Responsibilities
- Execute tower‑top and rigging tasks to meet project schedules; target ≥95% on‑schedule completion for assigned work packages.
- Complete a Jobsite Hazard Assessment (JHA) for every assignment and submit JHA records for retention; escalate safety issues to the Field Operations Manager immediately.
- Deploy and maintain site‑appropriate rigging/access solutions (masts, poles, rooftops, unconventional structures) and ensure 100% compliance with fall‑protection standards.
- Perform RF and fiber terminations target ≥98% first‑time pass rate on acceptance criteria.
- Maintain and organize assigned work truck, tools, rigging and consumables; conduct pre‑shift equipment checks and achieve ≥98% deployment readiness.
- Support shop and truck inventory control, shipping/receiving and periodic restocking; update inventory records within 24 hours of transactions.
- Provide practical field feedback to improve SOPs, tooling or processes and participate in team training and knowledge sharing.
- Assist with logistics including booking lodging, scheduling training, and coordinating periodic truck maintenance to support continuous operations.
Skills & Competencies
- Technical Skills:
- Tower rigging and fall‑protection systems; execution of rigging plans for diverse structures.
- RF/fiber termination: coax handling, OTDR and spectrum interpretation is a plus.
- Electrical fundamentals: AC/DC systems, grounding/bonding, multimeter diagnostics.
- Vehicle, trailer and aerial lift operation and basic preventive maintenance.
- Soft Skills:
- Clear, concise communication with crew, project managers and supervisors.
- Strong situational awareness and disciplined adherence to safety procedures.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multi‑task under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to navigate and keep internal software ticketing tools up-to-date.
- Reliability and self‑management in remote, variable conditions.
Experience & Education
- Minimum 3 years’ field experience climbing towers and performing installations as a Tower Hand (preferred 3+ years).
- Demonstrated experience across multiple tower types (monopole, guyed, SST), rooftops and water tanks.
- Preferred certifications: NWSA TTT‑1 minimum, Tower Rescue, First Aid/CPR; OSHA‑10 min, 30 is a plus.
Tools & Technologies
- Path boxes, compass/orienteering, multimeters; aerial lifts, trailers, skid steers, tower rigging, rope access and fall‑protection gear.
Working Conditions
- Field‑centric role: typically 50–55 hours per week with ≥75% of time onsite at remote locations; frequent evening and weekend work.
- Regular travel to remote sites and routine work at heights (50–500 ft AGL) in variable weather while wearing full fall‑protection PPE.
- On‑call and schedule variability to meet project and emergency requirements.
The annual base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000 + overtime depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
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