Tower Technician: Elevated Install & Safety Specialist

NextLink; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Safety equipment provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

Nextlink in Salina, KS is seeking a Field Operations – Tower technician to install and maintain antenna systems, run fiber and electrical cabling, and perform safety procedures on site.

You will climb towers up to 500 feet, work outdoors in varying weather, complete JSA, and document work while coordinating with teammates and drivers. The role requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 50+ pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience with basic hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Willing to climb towers and work outdoors in various weather.
• Must pass drug screening and background check.
• Must have valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Climb towers to install, replace, and repair antenna systems and run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables.
• Inspect completed work for proper functioning and safety.
• Complete Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before each climb and document outcomes.
• Transport equipment to sites and lift heavy items using rigging tools.
• Take site photos and prepare reports on outages, status, or progress.
• Follow safety requirements and communicate effectively with team on site.

Skills

Outdoor work

Hand tools

Team oriented

Safety conscious

Drug screening

Criminal background check

In-house training

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic electro-mechanical knowledge

Tools

Mechanical equipment

Basic hand tools

Rigging equipment

Safety gear

Job description

Nextlink in Salina, KS is seeking a Field Operations – Tower technician to install and maintain antenna systems, run fiber and electrical cabling, and perform safety procedures on site.

You will climb towers up to 500 feet, work outdoors in varying weather, complete JSA, and document work while coordinating with teammates and drivers. The role requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 50+ pounds as needed.