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InfraServices

Builds and maintains telecom infrastructure

Tower Technician 3

Full-Time
$28 - $35/hr
Mid, Senior
Liverpool, NY, USA
In PersonTravel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel.
Electrical EngineeringTelecommunications Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or related trade school education.
  • Three to five years of progressive experience in wireless tower construction, maintenance, or field services.
  • Experience overseeing crews and supporting field operations.
  • Ability to complete complex tower work independently and guide others.
  • Competent Climber/Rescue Certification from an accredited institution.
  • Must have or obtain and maintain an OSHA 30 Construction Training Card.
  • Must have or obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
  • Must have or obtain and maintain Competent Rigging and Hoisting Certification.
  • Other relevant certifications may be required depending on the scope of work, such as NWSA Certification, Hazcom Certification, Blood Born Pathogen Certification, or RF Safety Certification.
  • Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
  • Advanced knowledge of wireless communication infrastructure and equipment.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and RF engineering documents.
  • Skills in sweep, fiber, and PIM testing, troubleshooting, and system optimization.
  • Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
  • Competence with GPS, test equipment, and site audit tools.
  • Must pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets Company requirements.
  • Ability to climb vertically and pull one’s own body weight, along with tools and equipment, up to 500 feet, and perform work at heights on towers and other elevated structures for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds regularly.
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and grasp materials and tools with both hands.
  • Ability to work long hours outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a fall protection harness, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves.
  • Ability to climb and work at heights while wearing a safety harness, maintaining a total combined weight of 130 to 310 pounds, including body weight, clothing, equipment, and tools, in accordance with industry fall protection standards.
  • Must be physically and mentally fit to perform tower rescues and participate in safety drills and training exercises.
  • Comfort working in confined spaces and at varying elevations.
  • Ability to work long and unpredictable hours.
  • Ability to travel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel; travel may be local or national depending on business needs.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Must follow safety protocols and installation procedures accurately and carefully, and ensure others do the same.
  • Ability to work effectively with crew members and the foreman and support a positive, collaborative work environment.
  • Ability to manage time and resources efficiently.
  • Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.
  • Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings and safety risks while working at heights and with heavy equipment.
  • Ability to identify areas for process enhancement and support continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the lead technician on site, directing daily crew operations and ensuring adherence to scope, safety, and quality standards.
  • Climb and perform work on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet.
  • Perform and oversee the installation, alignment, and troubleshooting of antennas, radios, hybrid cables, connectors, and mounts.
  • Interpret construction drawings, site plans, and RF specifications and ensure their execution.
  • Perform advanced testing and troubleshooting, including sweep testing, PIM testing, and fiber and connector inspections.
  • Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure work meets customer and company standards.
  • Maintain and inspect rigging, hoisting, and climbing equipment to ensure proper use and safety.
  • Model safe behavior on-site and ensure crew participation in safety protocols, meetings, and briefings.
  • Accurately complete required documentation, including daily reports, quality checklists, and site photos.
  • Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and vehicles.
  • Maintain an organized job site and ensure tools, materials, and waste are properly handled and disposed of.
  • Assist the foreman in training, mentoring, and supporting less experienced team members in technical skills and safety practices.
  • Travel regularly to job sites, which may include overnight stays.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the company

InfraServices builds and maintains communications infrastructure for wireless carriers and other network operators across North America. Its wireless business handles projects from site selection and engineering through construction, equipment upgrades and ongoing maintenance, so customers can contract for work across a network site's life. The group also runs Recovery Logistics, which keeps customer operations functioning during disruptions and planned projects. It earns money from infrastructure projects, technical services and operational support for businesses and public agencies. InfraServices was formed in 2024 and is headquartered in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Blue Bell, PA

Founded

2024

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What believers are saying

  • Field technicians receive practical mentoring: InfraServices says safety trainers spend most of their time on-site.
  • Family and retirement benefits have concrete backing: InfraServices lists paid parental leave and a company-matched retirement plan.
  • Blue Bell payroll work includes flexibility: InfraServices lists its Payroll Coordinator as hybrid at $26-$34 hourly.

What critics are saying

  • Tower assignments limit home time: InfraServices' Wanamingo role lists up to 75% travel, including weekends and extended trips.
  • Wanamingo tower work carries physical demands: Technician III requires climbing to 500 feet and regularly lifting 75 pounds.
  • Monticello fleet work disrupts schedules: Technician I lists unpredictable hours and up to 25% travel, including short-notice trips.

What makes InfraServices unique

  • Recovery Logistics runs field camps: its services combine temporary housing, mobile kitchens and sanitation for deployed crews.
  • SiteSafe adds independent compliance expertise: its radio emissions studies assess sites against federal exposure requirements.
  • InfraServices works beyond towers: its data center services cover cabling, power, cooling and hardware installation.

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