Tower Technician: Field Install & Maintenance

NextLink; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Safety equipment provided

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Job summary

Nextlink is seeking a skilled Tower Technician to install, replace, and repair antenna systems on exterior towers. You will work outdoors, climb heights, and follow safety protocols to deliver reliable telecom services.

The role requires physical fitness, the ability to travel 40-60% and irregular hours, including on-call weekends. A high school diploma or GED, basic hand-tool proficiency, and a commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Must pass drug screening test and background checks per company policy.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and repair antenna systems on towers.
• Climb tall structures up to 175-250 ft for installation and maintenance.
• Run power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables.
• Operate and maintain hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Be available for irregular hours and on-call rotation including weekends.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Hand tools

Team-oriented

Safety conscious

Drug screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Mechanical equipment

Electro-mechanical equipment

Job description

Nextlink is seeking a skilled Tower Technician to install, replace, and repair antenna systems on exterior towers. You will work outdoors, climb heights, and follow safety protocols to deliver reliable telecom services.

The role requires physical fitness, the ability to travel 40-60% and irregular hours, including on-call weekends. A high school diploma or GED, basic hand-tool proficiency, and a commitment to safety are essential.