Tower Technician III

InfraServices•Staunton, VA

20h•$22 - $35

About The Position

The Tower Technician III is a senior-level field technician who leads crews installing, maintaining, and repairing wireless communication towers and related infrastructure. The role requires advanced technical knowledge and leadership to coordinate site activities and ensure work is completed safely, on time, and to quality standards. The technician trains and supports team members and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The position involves climbing and working on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet, performing and overseeing equipment installation and testing, and traveling regularly to job sites. Travel may involve overnight stays, weekends, extended trips, and travel away from home up to 75% of the time. Work may take place outdoors in extreme weather, in confined spaces, and for long or unpredictable hours.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or related trade school education.
Three to five years of progressive experience in wireless tower construction, maintenance, or field services.
Experience overseeing crews and supporting field operations.
Ability to complete complex tower work independently and guide others.
Competent Climber/Rescue Certification from an accredited institution.
Must have or obtain and maintain an OSHA 30 Construction Training Card.
Must have or obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
Must have or obtain and maintain Competent Rigging and Hoisting Certification.
Other relevant certifications may be required based on the work scope, such as NWSA, Hazcom, Blood Born Pathogen, or RF Safety certifications.
Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Advanced knowledge of wireless communication infrastructure and equipment.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and RF engineering documents.
Skill in sweep, fiber, and PIM testing, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
Proficiency using hand and power tools.
Competence with GPS, test equipment, and site audit tools.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Ability to follow safety protocols and installation procedures accurately and require others to do the same.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with crew members and the foreman and support a positive, collaborative work environment.
Ability to manage time and resources efficiently.
Analytical thinking and complex problem-solving ability.
Awareness of surroundings and safety risks when working at heights and with heavy equipment.
Ability to encourage continuous improvement and identify process enhancements.
Must pass pre-employment background and drug testing.
Must have a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
Ability to climb vertically and pull one's own body weight, together 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 total 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.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site daily crew operations and ensure adherence to scope, safety, and quality standards.
Climb and perform work on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet.
Install, align, and troubleshoot antennas, radios, hybrid cables, connectors, and mounts, and oversee this work.
Interpret construction drawings, site plans, and RF specifications and ensure work is performed accordingly.
Perform advanced testing and troubleshooting, including sweep testing, PIM testing, and fiber and connector inspections.
Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure work meets customer and company standards.
Maintain and inspect rigging, hoisting, and climbing equipment for proper use and safety.
Model safe behavior and ensure crew participation in safety protocols, meetings, and briefings.
Complete daily reports, quality checklists, site photos, and other required documentation accurately.
Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and vehicles.
Keep the job site clean and organized and ensure tools, materials, and waste are properly handled and disposed of.
Assist the foreman with training, mentoring, and supporting less experienced team members in technical skills and safety practices.
Travel regularly to job sites, potentially including overnight stays.
Perform other duties as assigned.