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South Texas Cellular Services
Tower Technician 1, 2 and 3
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A Tower Climber or Technician inspects and repairs cell phone towers by climbing to different locations on the tower.
$62,532 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic team as a Tower Technician and become a vital part of expanding and maintaining cutting-edge telecommunication networks. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining communication towers and related equipment to ensure reliable connectivity across 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G networks. Your expertise will help bridge communities, empower businesses, and keep people connected. This is a hands-on position that combines technical skill with physical agility, offering an exciting opportunity to work at heights and be part of innovative infrastructure development. Verizon experience is a plus! Pay is based on experience. Duties Perform climbing operations on communication towers to install, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunication equipment including antennas, cabling, and fiber splicing components. Operate bucket trucks and bucket lifts safely to access elevated work sites efficiently. Conduct rigging activities to lift heavy equipment securely during installation or maintenance tasks. Install and maintain high voltage and low voltage systems integral to network operation while adhering to safety protocols. Execute fiber splicing procedures to ensure seamless data transmission across 3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G networks. Perform cabling tasks including routing, securing, and testing cables for optimal performance. Follow all safety guidelines related to climbing, welding, high voltage handling, and field service operations to maintain a safe work environment. Skills Proven experience with telecommunication infrastructure installation and maintenance. Strong knowledge of high voltage systems and low voltage cabling techniques. Skilled in fiber splicing with an understanding of fiber optic network configurations. Ability to operate bucket trucks and bucket lifts safely for elevated work tasks. Familiarity with rigging procedures for lifting heavy equipment at heights. Experience with 4G/LTE, 3G, and emerging 5G network technologies. Competence in welding when required for tower or structural repairs. Excellent climbing skills combined with physical fitness for field service activities. Knowledge of cabling standards, safety protocols, and field service best practices in telecommunication environments. This role offers a vibrant environment where your technical expertise directly impacts connectivity solutions worldwide! We are also seeking skilled electricians with hands-on experience in power bay swaps and battery swaps for both indoor and outdoor configurations. This role is ideal for professionals who are safety-focused, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a variety of environments.