Being a tower technician is tough because you have to inspect, maintain, and sometimes install equipment on telecommunication and transmission towers. Basically, climbing towers is just part of the job. So, if you’re afraid of heights, this might not be the right job for you.
In a recent video that’s been circulating online, @wanonlyknowwork shares a glimpse of his day on the job as a tower technician in Sarawak.
He got stuck after climbing the transmission tower
In the video, Wan can be seen getting stuck on a transmission tower, visibly trembling from fear as he grapples with the height.
Speaking to WORLD OF BUZZ, he explained that he had to climb up the transmission tower to gather evidence of any faults, inspect its condition, and identify potential issues.
“Coincidentally, the stairs on the transmission tower were faulty, which is why I had to climb up to gather evidence for my report. But as soon as I looked down, I couldn’t move at all out of fear from how high up I was. I had no choice but to wait until help arrived 20 minutes later.”
“My job is my responsibility”
The 24-year-old further explained that he had brought his team for a site visit to inspect the tower. He shared how they were tasked with updating the tower’s condition to determine if any repairs were needed or if additional equipment was necessary.
“I’m usually not like this, but knowing the stairs were faulty made me terrified just being on them which was why I couldn’t even move.”
He revealed how his life flashed before his eyes, but whether he liked it or not, his job had to continue as it’s part of his responsibility.
He jokingly added,
“I had to rely solely on the equipment I had with me to ensure I stayed alive. Thankfully, I was given another chance at life.”
This video has garnered 2.8M views and 176.1K likes as at time of writing!
Netizens started flooding the comment section to share their thought and reactions.
“His legs were visibly trembling”
“You’re already at the top of the tower, you shouldn’t have looked down.”
“Are you still stuck at the tower?”
“I’ve been in your situation before. I was stuck up on the tower for a good 2 hours.”
You can watch the full video down below:
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