Tower Technician II

InfraServices • Vista, CA

3d • $22 - $28

About The Position

The Tower Technician II performs advanced installation, maintenance, and repair of wireless communication towers and related infrastructure. The position works at heights of up to 500 feet, leads tasks at job sites, and trains less experienced technicians. It requires increased technical proficiency and contributes to project safety, quality, and timely completion. Regular travel to job sites is required and may include overnight stays; travel away from home may reach 75% and include weekends or extended travel, locally or nationally depending on business needs.

The role involves installing and testing antennas, radios, lines, connectors, and mounts; assembling tower structures; performing advanced testing and weatherproofing; maintaining rigging equipment; and following safety procedures. Work takes place outdoors in potentially extreme weather and may involve long, unpredictable hours, confined spaces, heavy equipment, and extended work at varying elevations.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or related trade school education.
• One to two years of experience in wireless tower construction or maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to work at heights and perform tower work safely and efficiently.
• Experience leading portions of projects or working independently on site.
• Competent Climber/Rescue Certification from an accredited institution.
• Must have or obtain and maintain an OSHA 10 Construction Training Card; OSHA 30 is preferred.
• Must have or obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Other relevant certifications may be required according to the scope of work, such as Hazcom, Bloodborne Pathogen, or RF Safety Certification.
• Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Proficiency using hand and power tools.
• Ability to use sweep testing equipment and other diagnostic tools.
• Competence with GPS, test equipment, and site audit tools.
• Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to safe, efficient, high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively with crew members and foremen and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and installation procedures accurately and encourage others to do the same.
• Ability to identify and communicate issues clearly with team members.
• Awareness of surroundings and safety risks when working at heights and with heavy equipment.
• Ability to support continuous improvement and identify process enhancements.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to climb vertically and pull one’s body weight along with tools and equipment up to 500 feet, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and grasp materials and tools with both hands.
• Ability to work long hours outdoors in extreme weather, including heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including a fall protection harness, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Ability to climb and work at heights wearing a safety harness while maintaining a combined weight of 130 to 310 pounds, including body weight, clothing, equipment, and tools, in accordance with industry fall-protection standards.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform tower rescues and participate in safety drills and training exercises.
• Comfort working in confined spaces and at varying elevations.
• Ability to work long and unpredictable hours.
• Ability to travel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel; travel may be local or national depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30 Construction Training Card.
• Relevant additional certifications required by particular scopes of work, such as Hazcom, Bloodborne Pathogen, or RF Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

• Climb and perform work on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet.
• Install, test, and maintain antennas, radios, lines, connectors, and mounts.
• Lead or assist with assembling monopoles, self-support towers, guyed towers, and other structures.
• Use hand and power tools at ground level and at elevations.
• Perform advanced tasks such as weatherproofing, fiber testing, and other testing.
• Maintain and inspect rigging equipment and ensure safe hoisting practices.
• Develop the ability to interpret construction drawings, RF datasheets, and scopes of work.
• Follow company and industry safety practices, including proper use of fall protection equipment.
• Complete timecards, safety checklists, and other documentation accurately.
• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Keep job sites clean and organized and ensure tools, materials, and waste are handled and disposed of properly.
• Train and mentor less experienced team members.
• Travel regularly to job sites, which may require overnight stays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Company holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Military differential pay
• Employee referral program
• Company discount program
• Legal assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED