Tower Technician: Wireless Antenna & Cabling Specialist

NextLink; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; 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 is seeking a Field Operations – Tower technician to install and service antenna systems on telecom towers. You will climb towers up to 500 feet, run cable and perform preventive maintenance while following all safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, hands-on tool experience, and the ability to pass a drug screen and background check. Expect irregular hours, on-call rotation, and travel as needed. Full-time benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with basic hand tools and mechanical/electro-mechanical equipment.
• Must pass drug screening and a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Install, replace, and repair antenna systems on towers.
• Climb towers up to 500 feet with a load and perform maintenance.
• Use hand tools and mechanical equipment safely and effectively.
• Inspect work for proper installation, alignment, and weatherproofing.
• Complete JSA before each climb and document results.
• Transport equipment to sites and lift with rigging tools if needed.
• Follow safety procedures, take site photos, and report progress.
• Participate in irregular hours and on-call rotation as required.

Skills

Tower safety training

Tower climbing

Hand tools

Background check

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nextlink is seeking a Field Operations – Tower technician to install and service antenna systems on telecom towers. You will climb towers up to 500 feet, run cable and perform preventive maintenance while following all safety protocols.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, hands-on tool experience, and the ability to pass a drug screen and background check. Expect irregular hours, on-call rotation, and travel as needed. Full-time benefits included.