Tower Tech

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Plainfield, IL, USA
In-Office
26K-39K Hourly
Junior
Other
The Role
As a Tower Technician, perform construction activities such as assembling towers, installing antennas, and ensuring safety compliance while working in a team environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
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\Drivers 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone.

  • Visual ability correctable to 20/20.

  • Ability to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle.

  • Standing 90% of the day.

  • Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.

  • Ability to stoop and bend.

  • Ability to reach and stretch.

  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

  • Ability to walk, stand, bend and climb.

  • Ability to work on job site in remote location for extended periods of time.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

  • Risk of electrical shock and radiation.

  • Work near mechanical parts.

  • May work in high, precarious places.

  • Very loud noise levels equivalent to earth moving equipment and jack hammers.

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In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.

Skills Required

  • 1+ years of recent tower climbing experience
  • Knowledge of standard knots and ability to read blueprints
  • Knowledge and ability to operate Test Equipment
  • Valid Government Issued Driver's License
  • Health Services Drivers License - MDOT Medical Physical

SBA Communications Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SBA Communications and has not been reviewed or approved by SBA Communications.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are consistently presented as core parts of a comprehensive package. These offerings are often characterized as competitive and well-regarded.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid vacation, company holidays, and a sizable PTO bank are complemented by volunteer time off. Parental and disability leaves add to the overall breadth of time-off options.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity programs such as RSUs and an ESPP are highlighted as meaningful components that foster an ownership mindset. Total compensation is frequently viewed more favorably when equity is included.

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The Company
HQ: Boca Raton, FL
1,771 Employees
Year Founded: 1989

What We Do

SBA Communications Corporation is a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure including towers, buildings, rooftops, distributed antenna systems (DAS) and small cells. With a portfolio of high-quality and exclusive communications sites throughout the Americas and Africa, SBA is listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC. SBA is part of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the top Real Estate Investment Trusts based on market capitalization. An industry leader with more than 30 years of experience and expertise, SBA has participated in the creation of the shared infrastructure model for carriers that helped to facilitate the expansion of the mobile industry. Our principal operations and offices are in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, the Philippines, South Africa and Tanzania. Our commitment to Building Better Wireless® includes:  Leasing antenna space on our multi-tenant towers and other structures to a variety of wireless service providers under long-term lease contracts. We build our towers at the request of wireless carriers, leveraging our in-house experience in site acquisition, zoning and construction.  Assisting wireless service providers and operators in developing their own networks through site acquisition, zoning, construction and equipment installation. Our extensive site development experience includes participation in the development of more than 120,000 communication sites.  Working with property owners to strategically develop and monetize the wireless infrastructure potential of their real estate assets. SBA also currently manages approximately 45,000 communication site locations on behalf of third-party landlords. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

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