Tower Technician: Build & Maintain Global Connectivity

SBA Communications Corporation; Plainfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Ownership Program (RSU)

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Health Concierge service

Paid PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

SBA Communications Corporation is seeking a Tower Technician in Plainfield, IL. The role involves constructing towers, installing antennas and grounding, and reading site drawings. Expect to plan work, manage materials, and ensure safety. Overtime, domestic travel, and hands-on Tower U trainings are part of the job.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma/GED and 1+ years tower climbing experience, with ability to use RF, PIM, and fiber test equipment when available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 1+ years recent tower climbing experience preferred.
• Ability to read plans, site plans and tower drawings.
• Knowledge of standard knots; able to operate test equipment (RF, PIM, fiber) if available.

Responsibilities

• Perform tower construction activities including assembling/erecting towers and mounting hardware.
• Install, connect and test grounding systems and antennas.
• Read plans, site plans and tower drawings; troubleshoot deviations from plans.
• Identify materials and resources; plan work to meet schedule; maintain safety practices.

Skills

Tower climbing

Reading blueprints

Knots knowledge

Test equipment reading

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

RF sweep gear

PIM

Fiber testing

Job description

SBA Communications Corporation is seeking a Tower Technician in Plainfield, IL. The role involves constructing towers, installing antennas and grounding, and reading site drawings. Expect to plan work, manage materials, and ensure safety. Overtime, domestic travel, and hands-on Tower U trainings are part of the job.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma/GED and 1+ years tower climbing experience, with ability to use RF, PIM, and fiber test equipment when available.