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MC Electric
Tower Technician - III
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A Tower Climber or Technician inspects and repairs cell phone towers by climbing to different locations on the tower.
$70,076 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Tower Technician - III MC Electric Chino, CA Job Details Full-time $35 - $40 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Teamwork Managing telecommunications infrastructure technician teams Tower climbing Antenna tower climbing Driver's License Attention to detail Construction team management Organizational skills Leading team collaboration initiatives Grounding systems Equipment testing Construction project closeout General management
Full Job Description Tower Technician III Pay:
$35.00 - $40.00 per hour About Us MC Electric (MCE) is a self-performing infrastructure contractor with over 22 years of experience building the energy systems that power California's future. We specialize in cutting-edge solutions for telecommunications, EV infrastructure, and commercial electrical install. Our dynamic team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. We are a fast-moving, hands-on team that values hard work, safety, and doing things the right way in the field. What we build matters, and the people who build it matter just as much. Built on trust, accountability, and proven performance, MCE is a lean, high-output team where skilled Tower Technician can take ownership of their work and grow beyond a standard role. At MCE, advancement is based on performance in the field, not tenure. Position Overview At MCE, you're not just another Tower Technician, you're part of a team building real infrastructure with opportunities to grow. As a Tower Technician, you will support ground-up projects across telecommunications, civil, and electrical scopes. This role is critical to keeping job sites productive, organized, and moving forward. You will own the site, run the crew, and also be the primary client contact. Key Responsibilities- Lead daily field operations and direct tower crews.
- Plan daily work activities and assign responsibilities.
- Conduct daily job hazard analyses and safety briefings.
- Serve as the primary onsite contact for customers, construction managers, and project stakeholders.
- Oversee installation of antennas, RRUs/RRHs, coaxial, hybrid, and fiber systems.
- Manage material ordering.
- Ensure proper grounding, weatherproofing, equipment installation, and cable management.
- Verify sweep testing and Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing meet project requirements.
- Review and approve close-out documentation and photo packages.
- Ensure compliance with carrier standards, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
- Mentor and develop junior technicians.
- Manage project schedules, productivity, quality, and daily reporting.
- Perform final site walkthroughs and project sign offs.
- 3+ years of telecommunications tower experience.
- Previous experience leading tower crews or serving as a Foreman.
- Extensive knowledge of wireless site construction practices.
- Strong understanding of sweep testing, PIM testing, grounding, and close-out procedures.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Travel required throughout California. Most work is in Southern California; some projects are in Northern California and require overnight or multi-night stays. Per diem and lodging provided on out-of-town work
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
- Preferred Qualifications OSHA 10 Certification First Aid/CPR Certification Tower Climber/Rescue Certification Class A is a plus Growth Opportunities We promote from within and invest in people who show up, work hard, and take pride in what they do.