Tower Technician I - Apprentice

ITG Communications, LLC; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ITG Communications, LLC is hiring an entry-level Tower Technician I to assist with installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of wireless sites. This role supports the Tower Foreman and senior technicians in building and servicing cell towers, antennas, and related equipment.

Travel across the market and adherence to safety standards are essential. Ideal candidates are technically skilled, safety-conscious, and comfortable working at heights in varied outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Able to climb and work at heights up to 200+ ft.
• Strong safety record and fall-protection knowledge.
• Comfort working outdoors in varied weather and travel within markets.
• Good communication, teamwork, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair cell towers, antennas, coax lines, TMAs, RRHs, microwaves, and hybrid cables.
• Support Tower Foreman with grounding, site audits, troubleshooting, and sweep/PIM testing.
• Perform repairs and maintenance per company standards and carrier specs.
• Identify and correct deficiencies to ensure quality installations before site completion.
• Strictly follow safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with setup, rigging, and operation of tools and equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation and report progress to leadership.
• Travel across assigned markets to perform maintenance, upgrades, and emergency repairs.

Skills

Climbing heights

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Testing software

Reporting tools

Email communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Testing software

Reporting tools

MS Office / Email

Job description

Job Description

The Tower Technician I is an entry-level field position responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of wireless communications sites. This role supports the Tower Foreman and senior technicians in building and servicing cell towers, antennas, and associated equipment. The ideal candidate is technically skilled, safety-focused, and able to work confidently at heights and in varied outdoor conditions. This position requires regular travel throughout the assigned market and adherence to all company and industry safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repairs on cell towers, antennas, coax lines, TMAs, RRHs, microwaves, and hybrid cables.
• Support the Tower Foreman in completing scopes of work including grounding, site audits, troubleshooting, and sweep/PIM testing.
• Execute repairs and maintenance tasks in accordance with company standards, MOPs, and carrier specifications.
• Identify and correct deficiencies to ensure quality installations prior to site completion.
• Adhere strictly to company safety procedures, ensuring a safe work environment for all crew members.
• Assist with the setup, rigging, and safe operation of tools and equipment.
• Complete accurate daily documentation and communicate progress or issues to leadership.
• Travel throughout the assigned region to perform maintenance, upgrades, and emergency repairs.

Key Measures / Key Performance Indicators

• Compliance with all safety standards and zero incident rate
• Quality of completed installations and repairs
• Accuracy of documentation and reporting
• On-time completion of assigned work orders
• Equipment and tool readiness

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required

Experience

• Thrill-seeker who excels at climbing 200+ feet into the air on telecommunications towers and conducting professional work while at the top.
• Familiarity with major carriers (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, Ericsson).
• Proven excellent safety record and understanding of fall-protection systems.
• Ability to climb and work comfortably at heights.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet company driving eligibility requirements (minimum 19 years of age).
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and travel extensively within assigned markets.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and reliability required.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with testing software, reporting tools, and email communication.

Exposure

• Daily interaction with Tower Foremen, Project Managers, and Safety staff.
• Collaboration with crew members, subcontractors, and carrier representatives.
• Frequent exposure to outdoor elements, heights, and active construction environments.
• Travel across markets and occasional overnight assignments.

Factors critical to success at ITG Communications for this position:

• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship at all times.
• Technical skill and attention to detail in installations and maintenance activities.
• Strong work ethic and reliability, follow instructions precisely, ensuring productivity and reliability in the field.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb and work at significant heights for extended periods.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in heat, cold, and inclement weather.
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to monitor equipment and hand-signal communication.

Additional Comments

ITG is an equal employment opportunity employer. ITG’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITG also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also ITG’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.