Tower Technician

TalentPartners; Louisiana; On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

TalentPartners is seeking a senior tower technician to lead field operations on nationwide telecom projects. You will work as the lead climber, support the Foreman, install antennas, fiber, and tower equipment, and ensure safety standards at height.

You will mentor junior crews, interpret engineering drawings, coordinate scheduling, and perform tests (Sweep, PIM, OTDR). Travel, overtime, and weekend work are expected; CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tower construction, installation, or maintenance experience preferred.
• Advanced experience with monopole, guyed, and self-supporting tower structures.
• Strong proficiency in advanced rigging, antenna installation, and tower modifications.
• Hands-on experience with Anritsu equipment, Sweep/PIM testing, OTDR, and fiber testing.
• NWSA Antenna Line Specialty and/or Advanced Rigger Specialty.
• Ability to climb and work at heights of 500+ feet, lift 50+ lbs, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to travel, work overtime, and accommodate occasional nights or weekends.
• Background checks, drug screening, and DOT physical compliance.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead climber and senior technical resource, supporting Foreman with field operations.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot antennas, mounts, cable systems, fiber, and tower equipment.
• Perform advanced rigging operations using ropes, blocks, tackles, and gin poles.
• Conduct Sweep, PIM, OTDR, and fiber testing to meet carrier specifications.
• Perform antenna alignment and azimuth adjustments using transits and compasses.
• Maintain strict safety standards including 100% tie-off and PPE compliance.
• Mentor junior tower technicians and coordinate scheduling and quality control.
• Interpret construction drawings, engineering specifications, and installation requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Communication

Mentoring/Coaching

Travel willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Anritsu equipment

Sweep/PIM testing

OTDR

Fiber testing

Job description

Client:

Our client is a leading national telecommunications and digital infrastructure company specializing in wireless network deployments, tower construction, structural modifications, 5G installations, and fiber infrastructure. With a growing portfolio of projects nationwide, the company supports major wireless carriers and critical communications networks.

Why You’d Want To Work Here:

• Join an established, growing organization supporting major telecom and wireless infrastructure projects nationwide
• Take on a senior technical role with opportunities to mentor technicians and support field leadership
• Work on complex tower installations, network upgrades, and advanced wireless infrastructure deployments
• Competitive hourly compensation, overtime opportunities, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), and paid time off

Short Overview of Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead climber and senior technical resource, supporting the Foreman with daily field operations
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot antennas, mounts, cable systems, fiber, and tower equipment
• Perform advanced rigging operations using ropes, blocks, tackles, and gin poles
• Conduct Sweep, PIM, OTDR, and fiber testing to ensure compliance with carrier specifications
• Perform antenna alignment and azimuth adjustments using transits and compasses
• Maintain strict safety standards, including 100% tie-off, PPE compliance, and daily job safety assessments
• Mentor junior tower technicians and support crew coordination, scheduling, and quality control
• Interpret construction drawings, engineering specifications, and installation requirements

You Should Apply If You Have:

• 5+ years of tower construction, installation, or maintenance experience preferred
• Advanced experience working on monopole, guyed, and self-supporting tower structures
• Strong proficiency in advanced rigging, antenna installation, and tower modifications
• Hands-on experience with Anritsu equipment, Sweep/PIM testing, OTDR, and fiber testing
• NWSA Antenna Line Specialty and/or Advanced Rigger Specialty
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and testing procedures
• Strong safety awareness, leadership, communication, and troubleshooting skills
• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license
• Ability to climb and work at heights of 500+ feet, lift 50+ lbs, and work in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to travel, work overtime, and accommodate occasional nights or weekends
• Ability to meet required background, drug screening, DOT physical, and ongoing safety requirements

Preferred: CDL and previous experience mentoring or leading tower crews.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities