Tower Climber / Technician

ColdSnap Towers is seeking Tower Climbers / Technicians to join our energetic field team performing maintenance on Meteorological Towers, on Wind Farms across the United States. Starting wage $25-$30 DOE.

Mobilizations are 3-5 weeks with 1-2 weeks off. Mobilizations are 5-7 days per week with up to 14 hours per day (weather and work scope permitting). 60-80 hours a week. Travel time is paid and includes driving and flying. The season runs from May until the end of January, leaving about 3 months of downtime in the winter.

This position requires the ability to climb in heights in excess of 300 feet and the willingness to follow and engage in all safety policies and regulations.

ColdSnap Towers has been in operation for 19 years, in a booming industry. Please visit our webpage at www.coldsnaptowers.com

Pre-Requisites:
-MT state resident with Drivers License (or willing to move). Preferably a resident in the Flathead Valley, but not mandatory.

-Previous tower experience preferred but not required. Experienced climbers will receive first consideration (References are required). Rock and ice climbing experience is advantageous too.

-Have a high regard to safety (free climbing will not be tolerated).

-Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

-Basic electrical systems understanding is helpful.

-Willing and prepared to work in Fall/ early Winter conditions. Employees are responsible to provide their own cold weather apparel.

-Tolerance of misery (to include frigid cold, blazing hot, high winds, and constant exposure to the elements. Mental fortitude is a must).

-Available for and capable of passing paid training. Training to include Tower Rescue, CPR/First Aid, OHSA 10 hour, NFPA70E, Fire Extinguisher Use, and Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW). Training will be online and in the classroom.

-Employees are required to provide their own steel toe boots and work gloves. All other PPE is provided by ColdSnap Towers.

Benefits:
● Competitive Salary based on experience
● Per Diem
● Paid Travel to and from job locations / breaks
● Paid Vacations / Holidays (waiting period applies)
● Advancement / Growth Opportunities
● Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years off with your family
● Cell phone and cell phone bill paid for by ColdSnap Towers

Ability to Commute/Relocate:
● Kalispell, MT - Flathead County (Preferred)

Education:
● High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:
● Previous Climbing Experience (Preferred)

Language:
● English (Preferred)

License/Certification:
● Driver's License (Preferred)

Willingness To Travel:
● 100% (Preferred)

Work Location:
● On the road

This Job is Ideal for Someone Who is:
● Dependable -- People-oriented -- Adaptable/flexible -- Detail-oriented
● Achievement-oriented -- Autonomous/Independent -- Innovative

This Job Is:
● A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
● Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Please send your resume, and a cover letter with a brief explanation of yourself and your work experience. If you will not be available immediately, but are interested in working for us at a later time, please submit a resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 80 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Meals & incidentals stipend
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided

Physical setting:

• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Extended hours
• Home time
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus
• Retention bonus
• Yearly bonus

Travel requirement:

• Up to 100% travel

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: On the road