Tower Technician

Company Overview

We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering high‑speed Internet and voice services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K‑12 education, and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost‑effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

• Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
• Climb and work on communications towers for installing, replacing, or repairing antenna systems equipment; perform tower maintenance.
• Use and care basic hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Recognize hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and energized lines, and perform duties safely.
• Inspect completed work to ensure all hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers properly fastened, supports in place, and weatherproofing adequate.
• Complete a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before each tower climb, have it performed by all on site, and document the JSA after job completion.
• Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems and adjust equipment for optimal performance.
• Run appropriate power, ground, fiber, Cat5e, and/or coaxial cables and check antenna positioning to meet specified azimuths or mechanical tilts.
• Take site photos and capture images to document work performed.
• Transport equipment to work sites using utility trucks and trailers; lift equipment safely with rigging tools or a capstan hoist.
• Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details using phone and computer software.
• Adopt an appropriate course of action in changing situations and communicate orally and in writing.
• Follow instructions accurately and complete assigned tasks.

• Comfortable and recent experience working outdoors.
• Team‑oriented mentality and strong safety consciousness.
• Pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check.
• Complete the in‑house training program.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy.
• Must be able to climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load and lift equipment of up to 300 pounds.

• High‑school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic hand tools, mechanical equipment, and electro‑mechanical equipment.

• Field Operations – Tower, non‑exempt.
• Work in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation, and wind.
• Proximity to heavy machinery and moving vehicles, high noise level.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Climbing and working at elevated positions up to 250 feet.

• Stationary position for 8‑10 hours a day.
• Frequently moving, transporting, and positioning objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Pull own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly.
• Stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers as required.
• Use hand and power tools frequently.

• Regular hours, Monday through Friday, full‑time 40+ hours, flexible schedule.
• Overtime and on‑call rotation required, frequency based on team size.
• Travel 20–40% voluntarily; overnight travel required as needed.

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

• Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) with match.
• Training provided.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Referral bonus program.