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 in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Responsible for the installation of all aspects of wireless tower site electronics and hardware, cabling, and electrical where applicable.

• Successfully complete and maintain the tower safety and rescue training program.
• Climb and work on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment; perform tower maintenance.
• Use hand tools and mechanical equipment carefully and responsibly.
• Recognize hazards associated with tower climbing, construction equipment, and working on or near energized lines and equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure hardware is tight, antennas are level, hangers are properly fastened, support is in place, and weatherproofing is adequate.
• Complete a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before each tower climb; document the JSA after completion.
• 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.
• Climb tall structures up to 500 feet with a load.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action.
• Communicate orally and in writing; 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 a capstan hoist.
• Complete reports related to outages, project status, progress, or other work details using phone and computer software.
• Adhere to the employee weight and tools combined limit of 300‑pound 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.

• Comfortable and recent experience working outdoors.
• Basic hand tool proficiency.
• Basic computer skills including checking and sending emails and using text messaging apps.
• Team‑oriented mentality and safety consciousness.
• Pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check.
• Pass an in‑house training program.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy.

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

Field Operations – Tower.

• Stationary position for 8–10 hours a day.
• Frequently moving, transporting, and 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.

Outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind; proximity to heavy machinery and moving vehicles; high noise level; use of PPE; climbing and working in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet; comfortable working alone and working closely with others.

• Irregular hours Monday through Friday.
• Full time—min 40 hours, flexible schedule.
• Overtime as needed.
• On‑call rotation required; frequency of rotation is based on team size—includes Saturdays and Sundays.

• 20–40% voluntary travel or as needed.
• 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.

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well‑being of all employees. We are committed to an alcohol and drug‑free workplace.

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