Tower Rigger

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Install, inspect, and maintain Trylon towers, DMX towers, All Weld Self Support towers, All Weld Guyed towers, break pole towers, and masts.
- Tower climbing and rigging such as installing antennas, dishes, coax, and mounting hardware by selecting and using proper cables, ropes, blocks, pullies, and capstans on various structures.
- Install various ancillary items on various communication towers including ice guards, antenna mounts and transmission line support systems, anti-climbs, lighting systems, fall protection systems, and tower grounding systems.
- Identify, select, and use proper communications testing equipment based on job requirements.
- Identify, select, and use proper rigging equipment based on job requirements.
- Working at heights using various equipment such as ladders, aerial lifts, scaffolding, and man baskets.
- Travel long distances to and from different locations which may require overnight stays.
- Operating hand, air, and power tools.
- Adaptable and flexible for changing priorities.
- Working in extreme heat, cold or other often adverse weather conditions.
- Working at job sites that may be rugged in nature including but not limited to un-level, muddy, snow-covered, and slippery or wet ground conditions.
- Working in remote areas that may expose you to wildlife and other risks associated with working in a wilderness area.
- Work with and around heavy equipment, picker trucks, ATV, and helicopters.

**Required Experience and Education**:

- Technical field experience in Communications / Telecom industry
- Tower rigging and climbing experience.
- Experience in the Oil & Gas industry is considered an asset.
- Technology degree or diploma an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with an acceptable Driver’s Abstract.

**Required Skills**:

- Able to confidently work at heights.
- Class 5 driver’s license with acceptable drivers abstract.
- Basic understanding of computer fundamentals.
- Must be physically fit and be able to safely lift 55 lbs.
- Basic understanding and safe use of hand, air, and power tools.
- Strong English communication skills with the proven ability to communicate with respect and professionalism.
- Strong problem-solving skills and use of good judgement in response to unexpected problems.
- Reliable and dependable.

**What do we have to offer?**
- Compensation will be based on a combination of experience and education. Hourly rate ranges between $20.00/hour - $40.00/hour
- Overtime paid after 8 hours/day and on weekends.
- Potential for yearly bonus that is calculated on key company financial metrics.
- Annual safety and tool allowance
- Participation in the Family Extended Health Benefits program after completion of 90-day probationary period.
- Guaranteed two weeks’ holiday
- Upon Management approval - Vincent Communications may pay for approved additional training and courses as well as compensation for the time required to complete them.
- Company vehicle may be provided depending on the applicant.
- All applicants will be reviewed and will be kept in the strictest of confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those most suited will be contacted. _

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $20.00-$45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- On call
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Telecommunications or Oil and Gas: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Drivers License with no GDL (minimum requirement) (preferred)
- drivers abstract with less than 6 demerits (preferred)