Company Summary
DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America's First Smart Network™.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.
Department Summary
Surpassing network limitations of the past, our Wireless Development organization is building the country's first cloud-native, standalone 5G wireless network. This is the foundation of a connected world flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of today and the future.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities
What's in it for you?
- $23.50/hour
- DISH provides our Tower Teams with paid training, cutting-edge tools and safety gear, and per diem while traveling
- We provide career path training to be able to progress to other roles within the wireless industry, such as Field Engineers, Construction Manager, Safety and Quality positions
- Comprehensive benefits package including complimentary DISH Network service, paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, employee stock purchase program, and tuition reimbursement
- Maintain and repair equipment within wireless networks, including equipment upgrades as this exciting technology grows
- Collaborate with Network Operations and Construction Operation teams
- Complete work on towers at height, while maintaining a focus on safety at all times; the Foreman is specifically responsible for all safety processes being followed on-site and for taking the lead on any incident response when necessary
- Contribute to Job Safety Analysis / Job Hazard Analysis at each job site
- Be willing and able to provide training and mentorship to employees in the field by DISH's current guidelines and policies
- Up to 75% travel required
Essential Physical Functions:
- Must have the ability to use a computer mouse, keyboard, and other equipment typically found in an office or call center environment
- The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to toy with, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- May frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and may be required to lift to 125 pounds for short distances and/or move bulky objects
- Must meet the maximum weight requirements of 250 pounds and maximum 60-inch waist size to safely use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as the required harness
- The employee is frequently required to wear up to 30 pounds of PPE and tools and continuously wear up to 30 pounds of PPE and tools while on the tower
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk to other employees and hear speech from other employees
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $23.50/Hour - $33.55/Hour
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.