Tower RF Technician – Field Install & Maintenance

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

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.