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Tower Technician
NextLink Internet
Occupation: Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
Location: Sioux City, IA - 51101
Positions available: 1
Job #: ...441
Source: NextLink Internet
Posted: 7/13/2025
Web Site: nextlinkinternet.com
Job Type: Regular, Full Time, Rotating Shift
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Full Time
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Shift
Rotating Shift
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Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
* Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
* 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.
* Inspect completed work to ensure all hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are properly fastened, proper support is in place, or adequate weather proofing has been installed.
* Complete JSA (Job Safety Analysis) before each tower climb, to be performed by everyone on site.
* Document JSA once job has been completed.
* Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
* Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
* Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables
* Check antenna positioning to ensure specified azimuths or mechanical tilts and adjust as necessary.
* Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems.
* Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
* The ability to climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
* Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
* Communicating orally and in writing.
* Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
* Take site photos or photos of work performed.
* Transport equipment to work sites, using utility trucks and equipment trailers.
* Lift equipment into position safely, using rigging tools or equipment such as capstan hoist.
* Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details, using phone and computer software.
* Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
* Climb towers to access components, using safety equipment and techniques learned from the tower safety and rescue training program.
* Must have and maintain a valid driver license and follow the guidelines set forth in the Nextlink Vehicle Fleet Safety Policy.
* Take images needed to address work issues.
* Other duties as assigned
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Skills: * Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor * Work with basic hand tools * Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious * Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check * Must pass in-house training program * Must have a valid driver's license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy Education and Experience: * High school diploma or GED equivalent required * Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment Job Classification: * Tower Deployment * Non-Exempt Work Environment/Hazards * Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind * In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles * High noise level * Use of PPE * Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet with climbing equipment Physical Demands * Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day * Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more * Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly * Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet * Frequently required to use hand and power tools Working Hours/Days: * Irregular hours * Monday through Friday * Full Time * Min 40 hours, flexible schedule * Overtime as needed * On call rotation required Trave
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Position range in Iowa $50k - $67k Per Year
Tower Technician
NextLink Internet
Occupation: Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
Location: Sioux City, IA - 51101
Positions available: 1
Job #: ...441
Source: NextLink Internet
Posted: 7/13/2025
Web Site: nextlinkinternet.com
Job Type: Regular, Full Time, Rotating Shift
Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Job Requirements and Properties
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Shift
Rotating Shift
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.
Job Description
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Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
* Climbing and working on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; performs tower maintenance.
* 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.
* Inspect completed work to ensure all hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are properly fastened, proper support is in place, or adequate weather proofing has been installed.
* Complete JSA (Job Safety Analysis) before each tower climb, to be performed by everyone on site.
* Document JSA once job has been completed.
* Recognizing safety hazards and performing duties in a safe manner.
* Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning.
* Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e and/or coaxial cables
* Check antenna positioning to ensure specified azimuths or mechanical tilts and adjust as necessary.
* Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems.
* Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
* The ability to climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
* Analyzing situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
* Communicating orally and in writing.
* Following instructions accurately and complete assigned course of action.
* Take site photos or photos of work performed.
* Transport equipment to work sites, using utility trucks and equipment trailers.
* Lift equipment into position safely, using rigging tools or equipment such as capstan hoist.
* Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details, using phone and computer software.
* Employee weight and tools combined may not exceed 300-pound weight limit as specified by the manufacturer of safety equipment.
* Climb towers to access components, using safety equipment and techniques learned from the tower safety and rescue training program.
* Must have and maintain a valid driver license and follow the guidelines set forth in the Nextlink Vehicle Fleet Safety Policy.
* Take images needed to address work issues.
* Other duties as assigned
Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window.
Additional Information
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Skills: * Comfortable and recent experience working in the outdoor * Work with basic hand tools * Must have a team-oriented mentality and be safety conscious * Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check * Must pass in-house training program * Must have a valid driver's license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy Education and Experience: * High school diploma or GED equivalent required * Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro-mechanical equipment Job Classification: * Tower Deployment * Non-Exempt Work Environment/Hazards * Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind * In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles * High noise level * Use of PPE * Climbing and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet with climbing equipment Physical Demands * Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day * Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more * Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly * Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet * Frequently required to use hand and power tools Working Hours/Days: * Irregular hours * Monday through Friday * Full Time * Min 40 hours, flexible schedule * Overtime as needed * On call rotation required Trave
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Job ID: 485576536
Originally Posted on: 7/16/2025
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