Telecommunications Technician I

NextEdge; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEdge in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an experienced tower technician to perform construction, repair, and maintenance of telecom towers and related structures. You will work independently on moderately complex systems, testing and commissioning RF components and ensuring alignment with project specs.

The role requires climbing certifications, safety training, and the ability to read RF data sheets and construction drawings, with travel up to 50% to carrier sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years telecom/tower construction experience.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• NWSA TTT1 certification.
• First Aid AED/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist tower construction/maintenance: assemble/erect towers, install antennas, mount hardware, and secure coax.
• Follow OSHA/EHS guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues through diagnostics and repairs.
• Conduct RF/fiber tests to verify system performance.
• Read construction drawings and RF data sheets to ensure proper installation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Install RF/antenna components on major carrier sites.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

RF/ drawings

Diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10

NWSA TTT1 certification

First Aid AED/CPR

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing construction, repair, and maintenance of towers and accompanying structures. This includes system testing, rigging, grounding, welding, coax/fiber handling, and connector installation. Operates independently on moderately complex systems. Holds certifications in climbing/rescue, rigging, PPE usage, and specialized equipment operation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to support tower construction and maintenance activities, ensuring timely completion of project milestones, including assembling/erecting towers, installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
• Follow OSHA and company-specific EHS guidelines while performing tasks, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues using diagnostic methods and repair techniques.
• Conduct equipment testing, including sweep testing, Passive Intermodulation (PIM) testing, and fiber testing, to confirm system performance and compliance with specifications.
• Installation of RF and antenna system components such as antennas, TMA's, RRU's, diplexers, coax, hybrids, grounding, supports, weatherproofing, connectors, hardware, etc.) knowledge and experience of major carrier sites including upgrades, MODS, NSB, Electrical, Civil, DAS, Small Cells, etc.
• Actively participate in development and training opportunities to build a solid understanding of telecom systems, industry tools, and equipment.
• Read and interpret basic construction drawings, RF data sheets, and other documentation to ensure proper installation and system alignment.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of relevant experience in telecommunications or tower construction.
• OSHA 10
• NWSA TTT1 certification
• First Aid AED/CPR

Preferred And Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and understanding construction drawings, RF data sheets, and advanced electrical concepts.
• Certifications:
• Have knowledge of and ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements
• NWSA TTT1 certification required
• OSHA10 Certification required
• First Aid AED/CPR required
• Ability to obtain required certifications such as RF awareness, competent climber, competent rescuer, ANSI 10.48 competent rigging, fall protection awareness, crane spotter/signal person, etc.

Skills Required

• Strong communication skills to articulate technical issues and progress both verbally and electronically.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions on moderately complex tasks.
• Advanced understanding of construction drawings, RFDS, and telecom equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities to address system issues effectively.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required

• Ability to work in varied weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme conditions.
• Ability to travel and work in remote locations outside of metropolitan areas.
• Desire and physical ability to climb structures over 300 feet while carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.
• Travel is required 50% of the time.

AAP/EEO Statement

NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NextEdge expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of NextEdge employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.