Experienced Tower Technician; Nationwide

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Experienced Tower Technician (Nationwide)

Experienced Tower Technician (Nationwide)
OH
• Field Operations

Full-time

Description

EXPERIENCED Tower Technician (Level II, III)
Location: Travel-based (3–6 weeks away from home) | Schedule: M–F, weekends/overtime as needed | Hours: 40–60/week

Tower Communications Expert (TCE) is a leader in telecom infrastructure, specializing in building, upgrading, and maintaining wireless networks across towers, small cells, fiber, and microwave systems. We're known for high standards in safety, quality, and customer service.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Tower Technician is responsible for installing, upgrading, and maintaining wireless communications infrastructure on cell sites and towers. This role is physically demanding and safety/quality-critical, requiring technical skills, discipline, and a strong work ethic.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, upgrade, and maintain wireless systems on towers, rooftops, and poles
• Read and interpret scopes of work, structural analysis, and construction drawings
• Participate in safety meetings, job planning, and reporting
• Identify and mitigate on-site safety hazards
• Ensure all work meets project quality standards and timelines
• Use testing tools (e.g., PIM, Anritsu, OTDR) for troubleshooting and integration
• Complete daily reports, timecards, expenses, and close-out documentation
• Maintain company equipment, tools, and vehicles
• Support accident/incident reporting and corrective actions

What We Offer:

• Paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• Health & dental insurance contributions
• Vacation program: 1 week in year one, increases with tenure
• $45/day per diem when traveling
• Shared hotel accommodations for travel assignments
• Bonus & referral programs

• At least 1 year of experience as a tower technician
• Proficient with hand/power tools and antenna alignment tools
• Certified in OSHA 10, RF Awareness, CPR/First Aid, Comtrain (or equivalent), NWSA TT1 or TT2
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Able to travel for extended periods (3–6 weeks at a time)
• Use of PPE, full climbing gear, boots, and basic hand tools
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer literacy for time tracking and reporting, including GPS enabled time-card system

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with all major carriers (AT&T, Verizon. T-Mobile)
• Skilled in rigging procedures and operating of heavy equipment (lift, trailer, etc.)
• Skilled with test equipment:
  Anritsu, OTDR, PIM, ODM
• Able to read construction documents and understand structural analysis

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb towers up to 500 feet
• Lift and carry 70 lbs or more
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must pass regular drug screening

$18 to $30 per hour depending on experience