A tower technician, also known as a tower climber, installs, maintains, and repairs telecommunications equipment on towers. They work in the telecom industry and often work at great heights
Skills
Telecom- Tower Technician
Wireless Technician
Additional Skills
Responsibilities
Install, test, and maintain antennas, cables, radios, and other wireless equipment
Build shelters and radiofrequency shields
Lay coaxial and fiber optic cables
Remove pests and weeds
Assemble towers
Install masts, clamping, bracing, and supports
Install transmission lines
Perform tower structure inspections
Transport heavy equipment and materials
Operate construction equipment
Skills and qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator
Team player
Action-oriented
Self-disciplined
Able to work during odd hours and under high pressure
Willing to travel inter-state
Adheres to strict safety procedures and regulations
Equipment
bússola, multímetro, capacete, luva, 4-wheel drive vehicles, trailers, telehandlers, and forklifts.
Working conditions
Work in all types of weather
Work early and stay in the field late