Tower Technician

Nextlink Internet; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

Nextlink Internet, a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based ISP, seeks a field technician to install and maintain wireless tower electronics and cabling. You will climb towers, run copper/fiber cabling, and perform preventive maintenance while following strict safety protocols.

The role requires outdoor work, lifting, and extended travel, with on-call rotations and irregular hours. A valid driver license and ability to pass background checks are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with outdoor work and climbing.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Must pass drug screening and background check per policy.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and repair antenna systems on towers up to 250 ft.
• Run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and coax cables as needed.
• Maintain safety standards and complete training programs.

Skills

Tower climbing

Hand tools

Team-oriented

Safety-conscious

Drug & background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

Cable installation tools

Job description

Company OverviewWe are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable6 MONTH PAY INCREASES!Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cablesThe ability to climb tall structures up to 175-250ft with a load.Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.Must have and maintain a valid driver license.Other duties as assignedSkills:Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoorWork with basic hand toolsMust have a team-oriented mentality and be safety consciousMust pass a drug screening test, a criminal background check, and safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policyMust pass in-house training programEducation and Experience:High school diploma or GED equivalent requiredWorking knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipmentWork Environment/HazardsWorking in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and windIn proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehiclesClimbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 250 feet with climbing equipmentPhysical DemandsStationary position for 8-10 hours a dayFrequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or moreMust be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedlyFrequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feetFrequently required to use hand and power toolsWorking Hours/Days:Irregular hoursMonday through FridayFull TimeMin 40 hours, flexible scheduleOvertime as neededOn call rotation required - To include Saturdays & SundaysTravel Requirements:40-60% travel requiredOvernight travel required as neededJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offPaid trainingSafety equipment providedVision insuranceAffirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.Drug Free Workplace:Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.