Lead Tower Technician III - Climb, Rig & Mentor
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Installation Technician, General Labor, Telecoms Engineering
Job Description
Revision Date: 05/16/2026
Job Title:
Tower Technician III
FLSA Status:
Hourly
Status:
Full Time
Reports To:
Project Manager
Company Overview
Ontivity,referred to asthe Company1,is a national-scale technology infrastructure company specializing in technology upgrades, structural engineering and tower modifications, macro tower builds, small cell installations, in-building solutions, DAS and 5G installations, fiber design and deployment, EV Infrastructure builds, generator services, civil services, microwave networks, and more.
As a leading turnkey service provider in the technology infrastructure space, the Company serves industries such as communications, wireless and wireline, fiber design and deployment, sustainable energies, utilities, oil & gas, and security and defense.
Summary
The Tower Technician III serves as the lead climber and primary technical resource on the crew, acting as the Foreman’s right hand in the field. This roleis responsible for executing the most technical aspects of tower installation, including antenna alignment, advanced rigging, and RF/fiber testing, while ensuring the crewoperatessafely, efficiently,and to specification. The Tower Technician III leads by example in safety and workmanship, mentors lower-level crew members, and steps into a leadership capacity whenever the Foremanrequiressupport.
This is a Safety-Sensitive position.
Key Responsibilities
Upholds the Company’s Core Value of Safety over production; ensures 100% tie-off at all times and verifies all crew members are using PPE correctly.
Performs high-level installation of antennas, mounts, cable ladders, and fiber; troubleshoots complex electronic components and lighting systems.
Utilizes advanced rigging techniques—including ropes, blocks, tackles, and gin poles—to safely move materials and equipment at all heights.
Conducts Sweep and PIM testing (Anritsu preferred) and fiber scope/OTDR testing; ensures results meet carrier specifications before leaving the site.
Acts as the “Right Hand” to the Foreman,assisting in planning and scheduling work activities to meet profitability and deadline goals.
Uses transits and compasses to set azimuths to standard engineering tolerances.
Holds tailgate meetings in the Foreman’s absence; ensures daily JSA forms and safety paperwork are completed accurately.
Actively mentors and trains Tower Technician I, II, and Apprentice crew members, enhancing overall team performance and knowledge transfer.
Ensures all workmanship exceeds industry standards and customer specifications before leaving the job site.
Maintains company vehicles, trailers, and tools in a clean and professional condition.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
This positionoperatesin an outdoor field environment. Must be in good physical condition with the ability to routinely bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, pull, lift 50lbsor more (including in awkward positions), stand, and twist for extended periods.
Must be able to climb and perform work at various heights, up to 500 feet or more, for extended periods.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements set forth inANSI Z359 for fall protection gear.
Must be able to pull his/her own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly.
Must be willing to travel out of market/state in alignment with Company needs.
May berequiredto work long and unpredictable hours; this is a Safety-Sensitive position.
Must be able to pass pre-employment screening including background check, drug screen, and DOT physical.
Must be willing to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Mustpossessa valid driver’s license and be able to drive company vehicles. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is a plus.
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