Small Cell Technician - Charlotte Market

L&A Utility Solutions Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

L&A Utility Solutions Inc. is expanding its Small Cell division in Charlotte, NC, offering a full-time telecom technician role focused on ground-level work and reduced tower climbs.

You will be trained to work on small cell, utility pole, and right-of-way infrastructure, aligning with safety-focused practices. Ideal candidates have telecom or tower experience and are ready to transition to a ground-based role, with opportunities for groth and formal training in RF, fiber, and cabling

Qualifications

• Experience transitioning from tower/telecom to small cell deployments.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred; company supports obtaining.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission small cell equipment and cabling.
• Install utility poles.
• Troubleshoot and maintain telecom systems and power connections.
• Operate bucket trucks for work on poles, rooftops and structures (not 300 ft towers).
• Read and follow construction prints and telecom schematics.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members.

Skills

RF knowledge

Fiber optics

Coax cabling

Electrical installation

Job description

Telecom Technician – Small Cell -Tired of Climbing Towers?

Location: Charlotte, NC

Company: L&A Utility Solutions Inc.

Job Type: Full-Time

About The Role

Are you looking for a fresh challenge in the telecom industry without the grueling 300-foot tower climbs? L&A Utility Solutions Inc. is rapidly expanding our Small Cell Division, and we are looking for experienced telecom professionals ready to leverage their skills in a dynamic, ground-level environment.

If you have tower or general telecom experience, you already possess the exact work ethic, technical aptitude, and safety mindset we need. We provide the specialized training required to transition your expertise to small cell, utility pole, and right-of-way infrastructure—allowing you to stay closer to home while remaining an essential part of the telecom field.

What You’ll Do

• Install, test, and commission small cell equipment and cabling.


• Install utility poles.


• Troubleshoot and maintain telecom systems and power connections.


• Use Bucket Trucks to work on poles, rooftops, and light structures (not 300 ft towers).


• Read and follow construction prints and telecom schematics.


• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: Previous background as a Tower Technician, Telecom Hand, or Utility Worker looking to transition into small cell deployment.


• Technical Skills: Familiarity with RF, fiber optics, coax cabling, and basic electrical/telecom installation practices.


• Equipment Operation: Ability to safely operate or learn to operate bucket trucks and work at moderate heights.


• Safety & Compliance: A strict adherence to safety protocols. A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.


• Certifications: OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is highly preferred (we will assist the right candidate in obtaining this).

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

\"Your tower skills translate perfectly to small cell work. We invest in your transition.\"

• Comprehensive Training: We don't expect you to know everything day one; we provide the hands-on training to adapt your existing skills to our workflows.


• Better Work-Life Balance: Enjoy consistent regional work with significantly less travel, keeping you home more often.


• Competitive Compensation: Excellent hourly pay structured to reward your existing experience and technical background.


• Growth & Stability: Join a team-oriented, stable company expanding in a booming sector of the telecommunications industry.