Tower Technician

AMG TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT GROUP LLC; Morrisonville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Training provided

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Nextlink is seeking a Tower Technician to install and maintain wireless tower site electronics, cabling, and hardware. The role requires climbing towers up to 500 feet, performing safety checks, and documenting work orders and outages.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and completed in-house training, with willingness to work irregular hours and travel 20–40% as needed.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain tower electronics and cabling.
• Climb towers up to 500 feet with a load.
• Complete reports on outages, status and progress.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety conscious

Team oriented

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Mechanical equipment

Job description

Company Overview

We 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.

Job Summary

Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
• Climb and work on communications towers to install, replace, and repair antenna systems equipment; perform tower maintenance.
• Use hand tools and mechanical equipment; inspect completed work to ensure hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are proper, support is adequate, and weather proofing installed.
• Complete and document JSA (Job Safety Analysis) before and after each tower climb.
• Run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables; check antenna positioning for azimuths or mechanical tilts.
• Inspect telecommunications equipment, identify problems and adjust for optimal performance.
• Climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
• Communicate orally and in writing; take site photos and transport equipment using utility trucks and trailers.
• Lift equipment into place safely using rigging tools or equipment such as a capstan hoist.
• Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details.
• Follow vehicle fleet safety policy and maintain a valid driver license.

Skills & Qualifications

• Comfortable with recent outdoor work experience.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Basic computer skills, email and text messaging.
• Team‑oriented mentality and safety consciousness.
• Pass drug screening and criminal background check.
• Complete in‑house training program.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Outdoor work in cold, hot, precipitation, and wind.
• Proximity to heavy machinery, moving vehicles, high noise level.
• Use of PPE; climbing up to 500 feet.
• Stationary position 8‑10 hours a day; frequent moving and transporting heavy objects.
• Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment up a vertical tower repeatedly.

Work Schedule & Travel

• Irregular hours, Monday to Friday, full time (min 40 hrs), flexible schedule, overtime as needed.
• On call rotation; include Saturdays and Sundays.
• 20‑40% travel; overnight travel required as needed.

Equal Opportunity & Drug‑Free Workplace

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, protected veteran status, or disability. Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment and is committed to an alcohol and drug‑free workplace.

Benefits

• Employer paid medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) with match.
• Training provided.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Referral bonus program.