Tower Technician Top Hand

Pearce Services•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

Pearce is hiring an experienced Tower Technician Top Hand to support AT&T technology and structural projects, including new builds, site modifications, and rooftop installations. The role leads work within a tower crew and is responsible for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while following strict safety guidelines. The Top Hand needs experience with color coding, fiber, sweeping, ACAS, NSFD, and site access. The position includes working at heights, performing wireless infrastructure and electrical equipment work, helping train other Tower Technicians, and occasionally serving as an Interim Foreman. Duties may change based on business and client needs. The role requires compliance with applicable safety and regulatory standards and may involve multi-day travel with per diem depending on the project.

Requirements

Proven construction skills in civil and RF work, including understanding scope, schedule, cost, quality, resource, and deliverable management.
Experience with AT&T Network projects, T-Mobile CX, Verizon CX, Dish Network CX, troubleshooting, maintenance, and new site builds.
Climbing Safety & Rescue Certification; assistance may be provided for renewals.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings (CDs) and plumbing diagrams (RFDS).
Knowledge of basic hardware, software, and air-interface malfunctions, using various test equipment across multiple products and technologies.
Ability to run all aspects of the top of the tower with minimal supervision and continue learning from experience.
Working knowledge of cell site service monitors, RF test equipment, fiber, and PIM equipment.
Experience with color coding, fiber, sweeping, ACAS, NSFD, and site access.
Ability to comply with OSHA standards and applicable FCC, FAA, and EPA regulations.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record if driving a company vehicle.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to travel for multiple days, with per diem depending on the project.
Ability to climb structures or operate lifts for prolonged periods, lift heavy objects, and stretch overhead.

Responsibilities

Work at heights of 90 to 500+ feet and maintain efficient weatherproofing, grounding, and rigging techniques.
Participate in and carry out installation, repair, modification, optimization, and acceptance testing of wireless infrastructure and electrical equipment.
Install all types of connectors.
Train other Tower Technicians and occasionally serve as an Interim Foreman.
Perform maintenance or upgrades on out-of-season equipment and conduct performance checks and regular maintenance.
Work with a crew and respond to service calls in a timely manner.
Set the pace as Team Lead by maintaining an outstanding work ethic and being punctual.
Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and alarms effectively, visually and audibly.
Comply with OSHA standards and applicable FCC, FAA, EPA, and OSHA regulations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health and life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development courses and training
Flexible spending accounts
HSA option
Performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, and per diem or other applicable compensation may be available.