Tower Technician (Telecommunications)

TL;DR

Tower Technician (Telecommunications): Installing, maintaining, repairing, and upgrading wireless communication equipment on towers, rooftops, and other elevated structures with an accent on antenna systems, RF equipment, fiber upgrades, and site safety. Focus on climbing structures exceeding 300 feet, troubleshooting cellular networks, performing rescue operations, and completing work safely in demanding weather and remote locations.

Location: Stanton, Michigan, United States. The role requires travel outside the home market for up to 50% of the time, potentially more depending on customer projects, and work in remote, elevated, confined, and challenging locations.

Company

hirify.global provides broadband and telecommunications services, including wireless communication infrastructure and network upgrades.

What you will do

• Install, maintain, repair, and upgrade antennas, coaxial lines, fiber optic cable, connectors, and other telecommunications equipment.
• Climb guyed, lattice, monopole, water, and stealth towers, rooftops, and other structures while using required PPE and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot, expand, and improve cellular carrier networks, including radio and antenna swaps and capacity expansions.
• Perform site inspections, job hazard assessments, pre- and post-work audits, and equipment hazard reporting.
• Read blueprints, follow scopes of work and methods of procedure, document labor and materials, and track progress using checklists.
• Serve as a rescue climber when needed and identify potential customer add-on opportunities.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and eligibility to operate a company vehicle.
• 1–2 years of tower climbing experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Required tower safety and rescue certification, such as NATE or ComTrain, or the ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Strong organizational, mathematical, computer, and multitasking skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to climb structures at heights of 300+ feet while carrying up to 25 pounds and lift up to 40 pounds for extended periods.
• Ability to travel up to 50% outside the home market and work safely in all weather conditions and challenging locations.

Nice to have

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Knowledge of networking principles, Ethernet standards, power systems, cable testing, and industrial construction.
• Previous telecommunications industry experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Short-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and Share the Care paid time off.
• Position-dependent cell phone allowance and discounted broadband services where applicable.
• Career progression opportunities.