Tower Technician - Nationwide Travel & RF Systems

ADB Companies, LLC; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Job summary

ADB Companies, LLC is seeking a Level III Technician Tower to join our nationwide team. This non-exempt role involves climbing towers, deploying RF/microwave equipment, and performing safety‑critical maintenance in challenging environments.

You will build experience across wireline, wireless, ISP, AV, and engineering projects while staying aligned with our ALL IN culture focused on safety, learning, and community.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the career field associated with a Wireless Technologies preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA10 certification preferred.
• First Aid / CPR certification preferred.
• RF Awareness Training preferred.
• Valid driver license with a clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Decommission a tower and tower equipment safely and efficiently
• Properly PIM test, RF Sweep test and Fiber test as requested from the top of the tower
• Install and route coax, hybrid trunks, and all jumpers
• Ability to hang booms, mounts, antennas, and equipment and able to rig a tower in a Class IV rigging scenario
• Layout and install an Ice Bridge and perform proper use of cad welds
• Build out a tower platform on the ground and properly install on the tower with exposure to a cathead
• Properly route and secure hybrid cables and hybrid jumpers
• Fabricate steel in the field and on the tower
• Wire in Raycaps and install Flash Technology lighting controllers
• Troubleshoot fiber, power and RF issues utilizing the PIM/Sweep gear and fiber tester
• Properly take Pre‑Construction and Closeout photos
• Rig a tower in a Class III rigging scenario
• Install microwave dishes, antennas, RRUs and other various wireless equipment on the tower
• Gain knowledge from the experienced Technicians and foreman to develop your skills based on the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM)
• Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance under close supervision
• The basic use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Knowing the hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
• The ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) with 50 lb. load
• Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action
• Performs other position duties when requested

Skills

4+ years wireless technologies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA10 certification preferred

First Aid / CPR certification preferred

RF Awareness Training preferred

Valid driver license with clean record

Job description

ADB Companies, LLC is seeking a Level III Technician Tower to join our nationwide team. This non-exempt role involves climbing towers, deploying RF/microwave equipment, and performing safety‑critical maintenance in challenging environments.

You will build experience across wireline, wireless, ISP, AV, and engineering projects while staying aligned with our ALL IN culture focused on safety, learning, and community.