Remote RF Tower Technician & Field Support Lead

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote contractor role

Career development

Ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Telecommunications Tower Technician to join its network operations team. The role provides remote diagnostics and guidance to field crews working on tower maintenance and installation, using RF theory, 4G/5G knowledge, and clear written instructions.

You will troubleshoot remotely, review site feedback, and document findings while coordinating with engineering. A minimum of five years in tower operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in telecommunications tower maintenance, installation, or field operations.
• Solid understanding of wireless technologies (4G, 5G), RF principles, and antennas.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues remotely with strong diagnostics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with experience using remote tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and site plans.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple requests in a remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time remote support and troubleshooting for field technicians on towers.
• Diagnose RF equipment, antennas, cabling, power systems, and towers remotely.
• Guide installation, maintenance, and repair procedures with detailed remote instructions.
• Monitor system performance and alert teams to potential issues.
• Review site reports and document technical findings and actions.
• Maintain records of interactions, diagnoses, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve complex issues.
• Develop and update remote support knowledge base and guides.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed in remote guidance.
• Participate in remote team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Remote troubleshooting

RF principles

Tower systems

Communication

Documentation

Tools

Remote support tools

Schematic interpretation

Office software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Telecommunications Tower Technician to join its network operations team. The role provides remote diagnostics and guidance to field crews working on tower maintenance and installation, using RF theory, 4G/5G knowledge, and clear written instructions.

You will troubleshoot remotely, review site feedback, and document findings while coordinating with engineering. A minimum of five years in tower operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to