Experienced Traveling Telecommunications Tower Technician

About the role

Capital Tower & Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of telecommunications services in the USA. With over 30 years of experience, we specialize in tower installation, maintenance, and repair for a wide range of clients, including wireless carriers, government agencies, and private businesses. Our team of skilled technicians and engineers are dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our customers. At Capital Tower & Communications, Inc., we are committed to excellence in everything we do, from our customer service to our workmanship.

Requirements

• Physically able to climb to heights in excess of 300 feet daily
• Able to work in all weather conditions year-round
• Some construction and/or electrical experience
• Enjoy working with your hands
• Enjoy constant travel and willing to live life on the road; 6‑week travel rotations followed by a 7‑10 day break (travel expenses covered)

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Install, replace, and repair antenna system equipment
• Distribute, pick up, and organize tools and materials
• Install, modify, mount, and platform
• Identify and fix problems using test equipment
• Work as part of a team
• Perform tower structure inspections
• Climb and work on communications towers to install, replace, and repair antenna systems equipment; perform tower maintenance under close supervision
• Use and care for hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Read site plans and tower drawings
• Understand hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment
• Complete training and certifications: Competent Climber/Rescuer, Competent Rigger, OSHA 10 & OSHA 30, First Aid/AED/CPR, RF Awareness, Hazard Communications, Bloodborne Pathogens, Capstan Hoist/Base Mounted Hoist/Ginpole Principals, Kaleus/Anritsu/Exfo training

Pay

• Competitive compensation
• Per diem $130/day
• $2,000 sign‑on bonus (paid after 6 months of continuous employment)
• Overtime pay
• Employee referral award program
• End‑of‑year bonus, Christmas bonus, performance bonuses

Benefits

• Health insurance (effective the 1st of the month after a 60‑day waiting period)
• Dental and vision insurance (company provides group plan; employee pays 100%)
• Paid time off (vacation pay accrued after 1 year of employment)
• 100% paid travel
• Company‑provided safety equipment and training

Schedule

• 6‑week travel rotations followed by a 7‑10 day break