Tower Technician l - Topeka *** NO TRAVEL REQUIRED***

Company: Mercury Broadband
Location: Topeka
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Organization: Mercury Broadband is a leading provider of high-speed Internet and digital phone service. The Company was founded in Topeka, KS, after recognizing a need for Broadband Internet access in rural America. A hybrid approach to serving these "last-mile" customers was developed by extending high-capacity fiberoptic networks with the range, reliability, and flexibility of carrier-class wireless technologies. Today Mercury Broadband's rapidly expanding network is headquartered in Kansas City and provides Internet access to communities throughout five states across the Midwest.


Position Summary: The Tower Services Team of Mercury Broadband builds and services all of Mercury's tower sites. The team should be professional in attitude and appearance and engaged with our tower landlords and construction manager's needs. Tower Services should be mindful and thorough in their work; following installation and safety guidelines, and instructions from the Tower Team Leader.


Location: Topeka, Kansas
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay
Benefits: Health, Vision, Basic Dental & Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Training, Eligible for $5/hour Hazard Pay While Climbing Tower, No Travel Required , ability to advance within the company Key Responsibilities:

• Installation of broadband equipment at Mercury tower premises
• Interact with tower landlords/CMs and represent the company in a professional manner
• Assist with new tower site construction
• Troubleshoot broadband tower equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve network outages
  
  
  
  Skills and Requirements:
  • Follow cabling procedures for wiring towers
  • Comfortable working on ladders, roofs, towers (up to 300'), attics, crawl spaces, and other confined and elevated locations
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Knowledge of and ability to operate basic hand and power tools
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency with computers
  • Basic computer networking skills and knowledge
  • Use of PC based applications to program and diagnose various communications equipment
  • Clean driving record and valid driver's license
  • Self-Motivated
  • Customer service oriented and professional in appearance
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • 1+ years telecommunication experience
    
    
    
    Education Requirements:
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
      
      
      
      Mercury Broadband is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Mercury is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
      
      
      
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