Tower Technician 1

STG IncSeasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does STG Inc do?

STG Inc. excels at infrastructure development in environmentally and logistically complex locations. Our teams deliver specialized projects across Alaska, including wind energy installations, communication towers, and power systems for remote communities. All our work is guided by our mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska by delivering projects with the highest levels of professionalism, innovation, safety, and quality. We provide training and advancement paths that allow you to grow your career while delivering essential services to communities that need them most.

STG Inc. is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Tower Technician I, you will work onsite in Alaska, US and will perform telecommunications tower construction, microwave installation, and general construction activities to support new site builds, system upgrades, maintenance, and repair projects throughout Alaska. Working under the direction of the Project Foreman and alongside experienced tower crews, this position assists with tower erection, antenna installation and alignment, grounding, weatherproofing, rigging, and related civil construction activities while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards. The Tower Technician I performs physically demanding work at heights of up to 300 feet in remote and often extreme Alaskan environments and is expected to work collaboratively as a productive member of the construction team while supporting project schedules, operational goals, and continuous skill development.

How will you do it?

• Perform trade for long hours, day after day, often in adverse conditions, to complete the project at hand.
• Follow directives from Project Foreman and anyone senior, with the sense of duty to take initiative and always remain productive at work while on the jobsite.
• Climb telecommunications towers up to 300 feet and perform work safely at height in remote and extreme Alaskan environments.
• Perform general construction activities including site layout, excavation, foundation work, tower erection, equipment installation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Installation of microwave antennas, systems, and all associated components.
• Align and cross-polarize existing and newly installed microwave antennas.
• Installation of all hardware related to telecommunications towers and equipment.
• Perform grounding, weatherproofing, and testing.
• Working with a diverse selection of cable types, connectors, and antennas.
• Assist in performing tower rigging activities and provide crane signaling support during equipment installation and tower construction activities.
• Perform physically demanding work requiring the use of arms, legs, and full-body movement, including climbing communication towers, balancing, lifting, carrying, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and handling tools, equipment, and materials in a construction or telecommunications environment.
• Work closely with a variety of other trades.
• Apply a versatile construction skill set to assist other trades and support overall project completion.
• Submittal of all necessary paperwork to Project Management and Accounting in a timely manner.
• Adhere to and perform duties pursuant to the company-wide safety plan.
• Report any incident, unsafe condition, near miss, or activity that may affect the Company's ability to operate safely, ethically, or profitably.
• Conduct oneself professionally and represent the Company in a positive manner while on the job or when interacting with customers, vendors, and the public.
• Work collaboratively as a team member and assist in training or mentoring new employees as experience permits.
• Cook and clean as necessary in the field quarters.
• Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
• Maintain any required certifications mandatory by law or company policy.
• Work as a “team-player” with co-workers in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Proactively seek and participate in training and professional development opportunities.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Functions:  

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of construction materials, terminology, methods, and safe work practices.
• Basic knowledge of climbing gear, rigging, and tower safety, or ability and willingness to learn these skills.
• Ability to recognize hazards, assess risks, and follow established safety procedures while working at heights and in remote environments.
• Ability to learn and apply telecommunications installation techniques, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic installation and equipment issues and report findings accurately to supervisors.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and other physically demanding environments.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure quality installations and reliable system performance.
• Ability to adapt to changing jobsite conditions, project priorities, and customer requirements while maintaining quality workmanship.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools, including basic rigging techniques, rope handling, and knot tying.
• Ability to safely operate electronic test equipment and specialized telecommunications tools.
• Ability to safely use harnesses, belts, ropes, and any other required protective equipment gear required to meet all duties of position.
• Skill in organizing resources, establishing priorities, meeting deadlines, and general time management.
• Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisor(s), have a high degree of attention to detail, follow work rules, and adhere to the project schedule.
• Ability to remain focused, exercise sound judgment, and perform work safely in physically demanding and high-risk environments
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, regulations, instruction manuals, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively during safety meetings, project briefings, and daily planning sessions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to live and work cooperatively with team members in shared remote field accommodations while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
• Ability to travel to remote places for work-related purposes (up to 100% of time).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Who is STG Inc. looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) years or more of experience in the construction field required.
• Tower Safety and Rescue Certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Rigging certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required within 12 months of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six (6) months of experience in tower erection in rural arctic environments preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred; ability to obtain certification upon hire required.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. STG operates in a fast-paced, project-driven environment where work is performed primarily at remote construction sites throughout Alaska. This position requires frequent travel to project locations and may involve transportation by aircraft, helicopter, boat, barge, ATV, snow machine, or other specialized equipment depending on project requirements and accessibility.

Employees regularly work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions, including rain, snow, wind, freezing temperatures, and uneven terrain. Tower Technicians perform work at elevated heights, including climbing telecommunications towers up to 300 feet while utilizing required fall protection equipment. Work may involve exposure to construction hazards, heavy equipment, energized systems, noise, dust, and other jobsite conditions while following all Company safety policies and industry safety standards.

Employees may be required to work extended shifts, rotating schedules, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to meet project schedules and operational demands. Depending on project location, employees may stay in shared field housing or temporary camp accommodations for extended periods and are expected to maintain a professional, respectful, and collaborative environment while deployed.

More reasons you will love working with STG Inc.:

• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums. *Eligible if expected to work 130 hours per month or more for at least 90 days
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D. *Does not carry over into off season period.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance. *Does not carry over into off season period.
• Ten (10) paid holidays. *When regularly scheduled to work that day.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.
• Safety Gear Allowance: $350 in reimbursement annually

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [email protected]  

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com/open-positions and use the Company tab to filter by subsidiary company.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from STG Inc?  Simply reach out to [email protected]  

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started!

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to [email protected]

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.