Requirements

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the construction, installation, and maintenance of communication towers, fibre networks, and support structures such as data centres.
• Meet project deadlines and respond to network outages, including highsite outages and fibre network breaks.
• Perform daily climbs on tall structures (50 meters or more) while carrying loads up to 20kg.
• Accurately analyse situations, identify potential future risk factors that may impact infrastructure performance, and maintain a safe working environment. Take appropriate action when risks become apparent.
• Climb and work on communication towers to install, replace, and repair antenna systems/equipment, and perform tower maintenance.
• Build and repair fibre network infrastructure to maintain and expand the existing network, addressing damages and small expansions.
• Install and maintain various cable and connector types.
• Weatherproof installations effectively.
• Install, maintain, and repair power equipment and data routers.
• Follow instructions accurately based on the work schedule. Escalate any issues to the infrastructure team leader that may hinder successful completion of work orders.
• Identify safety hazards and prioritize safety in all duties.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with team members and management.
• Work with and maintain basic hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Travel extensively, sometimes at short notice.
• Erect self-supporting and stayed masts.
• Lead a team and mentor less experienced tower technicians.
• Plan the construction of future infrastructure needs.
• Perform any additional tasks as required by the manager.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2 to 4 years of industry experience.
• Possession of a driver’s license (Off-road driving experience is advantageous).
• Meet medical certification requirements and hold an up-to-date medical certificate.
• Successfully completed Working at Heights and Tower Rescue Training.
• Technically inclined.
• Experience in manual labour, site preparation, and equipment setup. Knowledge in both fibre and RF fields is beneficial.
• Proficient in using hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Hands-on approach in leading and demonstrating to the team.
• Experience with relevant planning and monitoring tools/software.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Proficient in safe climbing practices.
• Good understanding of municipal regulations and/or by-laws.
• Proficient in using safety equipment, harnesses, and climbing gear.
• Familiarity with tower climbing hazards, construction equipment, and working near energized lines and equipment.
• Physically fit for climbing towers, carrying equipment, and working in various environmental conditions.
• Accurate analysis of situations, completion of assigned tasks, recognition of safety hazards, ability to work under pressure without supervision.
• Combined weight of employee and tools must not exceed 125 kg weight limit specified by safety equipment manufacturers.
• Employee’s waist circumference must not exceed 150 cm measured at the navel as specified by safety equipment manufacturers.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Intermediate understanding of electricity (AC/DC), solar energy, power, and battery equipment.
• Intermediate knowledge of network and RF principles, troubleshooting, hardware, software, routing, and RF protocols.
• Adequate knowledge of cable and trunking techniques.
• Effective communication skills within the team.
• Advanced fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency.

Educational Requirements

• Grade 12 (Maths and science are advantageous).
• OSHA Certification is beneficial.