Tower Technician

SBANS SBA Network Services, LLC; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual RSU awards

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health Concierge service

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

SBA Communications is seeking a skilled Tower Technician to join our field teams in Richardson, TX. You will install, ground, and test telecommunications towers and antennas, reading blueprints and plans to ensure accurate completion of each site.

You will work in a dynamic team, plan and mobilize resources, and maintain high safety standards on every site. The role may require travel and overtime, with ongoing training through Tower U and related programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; 1+ year of tower climbing experience.
• Knowledge of standard knots and ability to read blueprints, details, and specifications.
• Knowledge and ability to operate test equipment (RF sweep gear, PIM, and fiber testing preferred).
• Must possess the physical ability to climb to heights of up to 500 feet.
• Domestic travel 90% of the time; able to operate a CMV.
• Valid government-issued driver’s license.
• MDOT medical physical (Preferred).
• Anritsu certified (Preferred).
• Physical demands: hearing, vision, mobility, lifting up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform tower construction activities including assembling/erecting towers and installing equipment.
• Read plans, site plans, and tower drawings.
• Install and test grounding systems and electrical connections.
• Plan, prioritize, and mobilize staff and materials to meet schedule.
• Maintain safety practices and perform daily site inspections.
• Identify materials and resources needed to complete the project.
• Complete customer inspections and address punch list items.
• Work overtime including weekends and evenings as needed.

Skills

Knot knowledge

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tower climbing experience (1+ year)

Tools

RF sweep gear

PIM

Fiber testing

Job description

Build the Backbone of Global Connectivity. Since 1989, SBA Communications has been the solid ground the wireless industry stands on. We don’t just own towers; we keep the world connected. With over 40,000 sites across 10+ countries, we are an S&P 500 company that offers the stability you need in a career. We built this reputation on Integrity—meaning we do the job right, safely, and honestly, single time.

We are looking for problem-solvers who are ready to work. But we don't expect you to know it all on Day 1. That’s why we invest in Tower U, a 2‑week hands‑on training program that teaches you the job and the safety protocols you need to succeed. In the field, we rely on your agility, but you never work alone. Our culture is defined by a “Team First” focus—we watch each other’s backs, prioritize safety above all else, and get the job done together. We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.

Financial Well‑Being: Plan for your future with our Global Ownership Program (Annual RSU awards for eligible employees), a 401(k) with a generous company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering company stock at a discount.

Mental Well‑Being: We prioritize your health with access to a dedicated Health Concierge service.

Personal Growth & Balance: Enjoy a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package, paid holidays, and paid volunteer hours. We also fuel your ambition with tuition reimbursement, support for professional certifications, and a wellness reimbursement program.

What You’ll Do – Primary Responsibilities

• Perform tower construction activities including assembling/erecting towers, installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
• Read plans, site plans, and tower drawings.
• Install, connect, and test underground and above‑ground grounding systems.
• Complete work in a timely and efficient manner by planning, prioritizing, and mobilizing staff and materials to meet schedule.
• Ensure the Tower Crew Lead is apprised of construction progress, concerns, and deviations from plans or established schedule.
• Identify all materials and other resources needed to complete the project.
• Identify construction "punch list" items to be remedied and ensure they are completed prior to the customer’s inspection.
• Maintain and enforce all SBA and OSHA safety practices, performing daily job‑site safety inspections on equipment prior to operation.
• Work with Construction Supervisor and Tower Crew Lead to analyze job requirements such as labor and materials.
• Must be able to work overtime to include Saturdays, Sundays, and evening hours.
• Must successfully complete all aspects of SBA’s Tower U and TS&R training classes.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred; 1+ year of recent tower climbing experience.
• Knowledge of standard knots and ability to read blueprints, details, and specifications.
• Knowledge and ability to operate test equipment (RF sweep gear, PIM, and fiber testing preferred).
• Must possess the physical ability to climb to heights of up to 500 feet.
• Domestic travel 90% of the time and able to operate a company vehicle at the CMV level.
• Valid government‑issued driver’s license.
• MDOT medical physical (Preferred).
• Anritsu certified (Preferred).
• Physical demands and working conditions: ability to hear, understand, and respond appropriately; visual ability correctable to 20/20; ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle; standing 90% of the day; ability to stoop and bend; reach and stretch; lift up to 75 pounds; walk, stand, bend, and climb; work on a job site in a remote location for extended periods.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Risk of electrical shock and radiation.
• Work near mechanical parts.
• May work in high, precarious places.
• Very loud noise levels equivalent to earth‑moving equipment and jack hammers.

Work Environment

In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety‑sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.

In this role, you will join a team that encourages growth, celebrates challenges, and values leadership that appreciates each member. SBA Communications, listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC, is a leader in providing wireless communications infrastructure essential to connecting businesses, communities, and people worldwide. We are part of the S&P 500 and among the top 20 real‑estate investment trusts (REITs) by market capitalization.