Systems Technologist (Towers) (LMR - Land Mobile Radio) - Akima, LLC

Overview:

RiverTech is looking for a Field Service Technician to work in Sandiego, CA.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Performs testing of sites with test equipment when performing maintenance and/or repairs.

• Performs installation of antennas, microwave dishes/systems, mounts, cable ladders, cable, and other supporting devices.

• Installs equipment, fiber, coax, Ethernet and supporting devices on towers and shelters according to industry standards.

• Analyze tower sites and identify deficiencies/areas that require correction/repair.

• Performs routine and special circumstance tower maintenance as instructed by the local CBP Supervisor when required.

• Assists in new tower construction, tower decommissioning and tower modification.

• Operates articulating man lifts and heights up to 200 feet.

• Works with Field Support tower technicians to complete installations in a safe, effective manner while performing maintenance tasks.

• Ensures that Job Hazard Assessment (JHA) requirements and pre-climb check lists are identified, documented, and followed as directed by ITTD’s Technical Representative.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum three (3) years of experience working as a field service specialist with tower climber/tower worker experience, performing tower maintenance and antenna/equipment installation on towers.

• Experience working as a tower climber / tower worker with at least 5 climbs of towers greater than 200 ft. in height. Able to climb towers and structures up to 600 feet high.

• Experience in working as a tower climber/tower worker on energized towers and be equipped to perform tasks on towers of various sizes.   

• Certified (or able to be certified) in accordance with OSHA Regulations and ANSI/TIA Standards.

• Holds (or able to obtain) a Comtrain Competent Climber/Rescuer certification.

• Must meet OSHA Regulations and ANSI/TIA Standards.

• Ability to climb ladders and steep staircases.

• Ability to work in remote and challenging locations including, but not limited to rooftops, confined spaces, and all types of geographic locations.

• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

• Must be able to pass a DHS Customs and Border Protections Background Investigation.  

• Valid Driver's License. 

Desired Qualifications:  

• Active Security Clearance.

• Experience with at least 5 climbs on energized towers.

• Current DHS Customs and Border Protections Background Investigation.

• Experience working for DHS Customs and Border Protections as a tower climber or technician.

• Experience repairing and maintaining P25 infrastructure equipment.

• Experience in microwave backhaul, analyzing tower sites and identifying deficiencies/areas that require correction/repair.

Posted Salary Range:$65,000 – $78,000Benefits Information:Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.