Tower Technician

## Tower Technician Apply locations:
Plainfield, IL Office time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR102319#
** Build the Backbone of Global Connectivity.**# # Since 1989, SBA Communications has been the solid ground the wireless industry stands on. We don’t just own towers; we keep the world connected. With over 40,000 sites across 10+ countries, we are an S&P 500 company that offers the stability you need in a career. We built this reputation on
** Integrity**—meaning we do the job right, safely, and honestly, single time.# # We are looking for problem-solvers who are ready to work. But we don't expect you to know it all on Day 1. That’s why we invest in
** Tower U**, a 2-week hands-on training program that teaches you the job and the safety protocols you need to succeed. In the field, we rely on your
** Agility**, but you never work alone. Our culture is defined by a **"Team First" focus**—we watch each other's backs, prioritize safety above all else, and get the job done together.# We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.#
** Financial Wellbeing:*** # Plan for your future with our Global Ownership Program (Annual RSU awards for eligible employees), a 401K with a generous company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering company stock at a discount.# #
** Mental Wellbeing:*** # We prioritize your health with access to a dedicated Health Concierge service.# #
** Personal Growth & Balance:*** # Enjoy a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package, paid holidays, and paid volunteer hours. We also fuel your ambition with tuition reimbursement, support for professional certifications, and a wellness reimbursement program.# #
** The compensation range for this role is:**$26.00 - $39.00
** Your Next Career Opportunity – Tower Technician
** Perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality construction for expedited commercial deployment of services as directed by Superintendent and/or Tower Crew Lead.

** What You Will Do – Primary Responsibilities
*** Perform tower construction activities including assembling/erecting towers, installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
* Read Plans, Site Plans and Tower Drawings.
* Install, connect and test underground and above ground grounding systems.
* Complete work in a timely and efficient manner by planning, prioritizing, and mobilizing staff, materials to meet schedule.
* Ensure Tower Crew Lead is apprised of construction progress, concerns, and deviations from plans or established schedule.
* Identify all materials and other resources needed to complete project.
* Identify construction "punch list" of items to be remedied and ensure they are completed prior to customer’s inspection.
* Maintain and enforce all SBA and OSHA safety practices, perform daily job-site safety inspections on equipment prior to operation.
* Work with Construction Supervisor and Tower Crew Lead to analyze job requirements such as labor and materials.
* Must be able to work overtime to include Saturdays, Sundays and evening hours.
* Must be able to satisfactorily complete all aspects of SBA’s Tower U and TS&R training classes.
* Other projects and duties as assigned.
** What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements
*** H.S. Diploma/GED preferred;  + and 1+ years year of recent tower climbing experience.  + Knowledge of standard knots and ability to read blueprints, details and specifications required  + Knowledge and ability to operate Test Equipment (i.e., RF sweep gear, PIM, and Fiber testing preferred  + Must possess the physical ability to climb to heights of up to 500 feet.
* Domestic Travel 90% of the time and able to operate a company vehicle at the CMV level.
* Valid Government Issued Driver's License
* Health Services rivers License - MDOT Medical Physical Pref
* Other Anritsu certified Pref
** Physical Demands and Working Conditions
** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable…