Tower Technician

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Sba Communications
Independent REIT owning and operating wireless infrastructure—towers, small cells, DAS—and leasing antenna space.
Construct and maintain wireless towers, install equipment, ensure safety.
5 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Field
Company Size
1,720 Employees
Service Specialisms
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Site Development
Tower Leasing
Maintenance Services
Design and Engineering
Project Management
Construction Services
Asset Management
Sector Specialisms
Wireless Infrastructure
Site Development
Tower Operations
Telecommunications
Construction Oversight
Land Acquisition
Permitting & Approvals
Site Management
Role
What you would be doing
tower construction
grounding systems
plan review
material planning
safety inspections
punch list
  • Complete work in a timely and efficient manner by planning, prioritizing, and mobilizing staff, materials to meet schedule.
  • Maintain and enforce all SBA and OSHA safety practices, perform daily job-site safety inspections on equipment prior to operation.
  • Identify construction "punch list" of items to be remedied and ensure they are completed prior to customer’s inspection.
  • Identify all materials and other resources needed to complete project.
  • Read Plans, Site Plans and Tower Drawings.
  • Ensure Tower Crew Lead is apprised of construction progress, concerns, and deviations from plans or established schedule.
  • Install, connect and test underground and above ground grounding systems.
  • Perform tower construction activities including assembling/erecting towers, installing antennas, mounting hardware, installing coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines.
  • Work with Construction Supervisor and Tower Crew Lead to analyze job requirements such as labor and materials.
What you bring
anritsu
driver's license
tower climbing
rf testing
cmv
hs diploma
  • Other Anritsu certified Pref
  • Valid Government Issued Driver's License
  • Knowledge of standard knots and ability to read blueprints, details and specifications required
  • Must be able to work overtime to include Saturdays, Sundays and evening hours.
  • Visual ability correctable to 20/20.
  • Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone.
  • and 1+ years year of recent tower climbing experience.
  • Work near mechanical parts.
  • Standing 90% of the day.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate Test Equipment (i.e., RF sweep gear, PIM, and Fiber testing preferred
  • Ability to walk, stand, bend and climb.
  • Ability to work on job site in remote location for extended periods of time.
  • Very loud noise levels equivalent to earth moving equipment and jack hammers.
  • Health Services\Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical Pref
  • Ability to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete all aspects of SBA’s Tower U and TS&R training classes.
  • H.S. Diploma/GED preferred;
  • You are resourceful and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.
  • You have a strong work ethic.
  • Must possess the physical ability to climb to heights of up to 500 feet.
  • Ability to reach and stretch.
  • Domestic Travel 90% of the time and able to operate a company vehicle at the CMV level.
  • Ability to stoop and bend.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • must pass a drug test if offered a safety-sensitive position.
Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1989, marking its origins as a leader in wireless infrastructure.
$2.7B Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates approximately $2.7 billion in annual revenue, showcasing its strong financial performance.
Thousands of Towers
Infrastructure Scale
The company owns thousands of towers across key global markets, highlighting its extensive wireless infrastructure network.
  • Builds and operates wireless infrastructure across the Americas and Africa.
  • Specializes in site leasing, renting antenna space to major wireless carriers under long-term contracts.
  • Offers full-service site development, including acquisition, zoning, permitting, construction, and equipment installation.
  • Capital-efficient model allows carriers to enhance networks without heavy investment in physical infrastructure.
  • Headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, listed on NASDAQ and part of the S&P 500.
  • Notable growth includes expansion into edge data centers at tower sites.
  • Competes with Crown Castle and American Tower, but stands out with a mix of leasing and development services.
  • Strong footprint and turnkey offerings position it as a key player in global 5G rollout and beyond.
Culture + Values
  • They act ethically, respectfully, and responsibly.
  • They have a 'team first' focus and are accountable to each other for their contributions.
  • They unify their collective talents to passionately support customers' objectives, bringing an informed financial discipline, responding with a sense of urgency, and always providing exceptional service and quality.
  • They operate with curiosity, creativity, and an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit, and encourage contributions and new ideas from all team members.
Environment + Sustainability
November 9, 2018
Key Publication Date
Published a comprehensive Environmental and Biodiversity Statement outlining commitments to sustainability.
  • Committed to sustainable leadership by integrating sustainability into how they operate.
  • Building and operating shared telecommunications infrastructure with a minimal environmental footprint.
  • Focusing on responsible business practices, policies, and programs that drive long-term value.
  • Mitigating environmental impact and reducing the carbon footprint of operations.
  • Demonstrating resilience to climate change through Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) reporting.
Inclusion & Diversity
42%
Global Workforce Composition
Women make up 42% of the global workforce.
40%
U.S. Minority Representation
40% of the U.S. workforce consists of racial or ethnic minorities.
  • Talent‑management strategy includes building pipeline of future business leaders through identification of diverse candidates.
  • Reported as a Military Friendly Employer and Veteran Employer, supporting veteran hiring and families.
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