Tower Climber / Oil & Gas Communications Technician

Vanzandt Controls•Greeley, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a safety-driven Tower Climber / Communications Technician with experience in oil & gas field communications. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting radio and network systems that support SCADA, telemetry, and operational communications across remote well sites, compressor stations, and tank batteries. The ideal candidate is certified in tower climbing, experienced with industrial radio systems, and comfortable working in rugged field environments.

Requirements

Current tower climbing certification
Experience with industrial radio systems (e.g., FreeWave, MDS, Cambium, Motorola, Ubiquiti, etc.)
Working knowledge of SCADA systems, RTUs, and PLC communications
Strong understanding of RF fundamentals and network troubleshooting
Ability to work at heights and in remote, physically demanding environments
Familiarity with oil & gas field operations and safety requirements
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to remote job sites

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
H2S certification and First Aid/CPR
Experience with licensed microwave and FCC-regulated systems
Fiber optic splicing and testing experience
Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, routing, switches, firewalls)
Experience working with hazardous location equipment (Class I, Div 1/2)

Responsibilities

Climb and work on communication towers, masts, and elevated structures at well sites and facilities
Install, align, and maintain RF equipment including licensed and unlicensed radios, antennas, and microwave systems
Deploy and support SCADA and telemetry communications for oil & gas operations
Install, terminate, and test coaxial, fiber optic, and Ethernet cabling
Troubleshoot communication issues impacting PLCs, RTUs, and field instrumentation
Perform path alignment, signal testing, and RF optimization
Read and interpret site drawings, P&IDs, network diagrams, and technical specifications
Conduct preventative maintenance and inspections on towers and communication equipment
Ensure strict adherence to OSHA, company, and oilfield safety standards (LOTO, H2S awareness, etc.)
Document installations, service work, and testing results with detailed reports and photos
Coordinate with engineers, SCADA teams, and operations personnel