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Capstone Solutions

RF Tower Tech III / Top Hand

Kent, WA · On-site

$151/hr

CapStone Solutions is a telecommunications construction company seeking an experienced RF Tower Top Hand (Tower Tech III) for the greater Kent/Seattle area. We are a locally-owned company with the ...

TEP

Tower Technician

Elgin, IL · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

Tower Hand Company: TEP Group Employment Type: Full-Time Location: On-site - Travel Required (2-3 weeks of travel) About Us: TEP Group is a growing company focused on delivering top-tier ...

TEP

Top Hand

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Phoenix, AZ Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Top Hand in our Phoenix, AZ. office. As a Top Hand, you will serve as an integral member of our engineering team. Tower Engineering ...

TEP

Top Hand

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Top Hand in our Raleigh, N.C. office. As a Top Hand, you will serve as an integral member of our engineering team. Tower Engineering ...

TEP

Top Hand

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Alpharetta, GA Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Top Hand in our Alpharetta, GA office. As a Top Hand, you will serve as an integral member of our engineering team. Tower ...

TEP

Microwave Top Hand

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Phoenix, AZ Tower Engineering Professionals is seeking a full-time Top Hand in our Phoenix, AZ. office. As a Top Hand, you will serve as an integral member of our engineering team. Tower Engineering ...

Pearce Services

Top Hand

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$24.25 - $29.75/hr

SUMMARY Working with the Tower Foreman, the Top Hand utilizes their construction and project management skills to deliver high-quality projects on time, within budget, with unwavering professionalism ...

Meridian Blue Construction

Top Hand

Lakeville, MN · On-site

$23.25 - $28.75/hr

Leadership: Assisting your foreman in all aspects of tower-top work to ensure a quality ... Ability to perform a variety of labor-intensive tasks, operate power, and hand tools * Ability to ...

Pearce Services

Top Hand

Hayward, CA · On-site +1

$26 - $32/hr

SUMMARY Working with the Tower Foreman, the Top Hand utilizes their construction and project management skills to deliver high-quality projects on time, within budget, with unwavering professionalism ...

Meridian Blue Construction

Top Hand

Lakeville, MN · On-site

$23.25 - $28.75/hr

Leadership: Assisting your foreman in all aspects of tower-top work to ensure a quality ... Ability to perform a variety of labor-intensive tasks, operate power, and hand tools * Ability to ...

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How much do tower hand jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for tower hand in the United States is $24.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical safety protocols Tower Hands must follow while working at heights?

Tower Hands adhere to stringent safety protocols to ensure their well-being while working at significant heights. These include using personal protective equipment (PPE) such as harnesses and lanyards, conducting routine equipment inspections, and following established climbing procedures. Team members often participate in regular safety briefings and training, and communication is maintained through radios or headsets to coordinate tasks. Strict adherence to OSHA and industry guidelines is expected, and a strong focus on teamwork helps minimize risks on site.

What Is a Tower Hand?

As a tower hand, your duties and responsibilities are to climb towers or poles to install, modify, repair, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment, such as power lines, cell tower components, or radio antenna equipment. Your job requires you to climb up very tall structures, such as lattice towers and monopoles, to work on this equipment, and you may have to work in remote areas to troubleshoot problems, such as a downed transmission line. Some tower hands also help with power plant construction or decommissions.

What is the difference between Tower Hand vs Rigger?

AspectTower HandRigger
Required CertificationsWork at Heights, Basic RiggingWork at Heights, Basic Rigging, Advanced Rigging
Work EnvironmentTelecommunication and power transmission towers, outdoor sitesConstruction sites, industrial facilities, outdoor environments
Employer & Industry UsageTelecom, energy, utilitiesConstruction, industrial, energy sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Tower Hands and Riggers work in outdoor environments, often at heights, and require similar certifications like Work at Heights. However, Tower Hands primarily focus on installing and maintaining towers, while Riggers handle lifting and securing heavy equipment. The roles are closely related, with Tower Hands often performing rigging tasks as part of their duties, but Riggers may work across broader industries beyond towers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tower Hand, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tower Hand, you need physical fitness, comfort with working at heights, and knowledge of tower construction and maintenance, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with safety harnesses, climbing gear, RF monitors, and certifications like OSHA 10 or ComTrain Tower Climbing Safety are typically necessary. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help ensure work is performed safely and efficiently. These skills and qualifications are essential to maintain safety standards and reliable performance in a hazardous, team-based environment.

What are Tower Hands?

Tower Hands are skilled workers who install, maintain, and repair telecommunications equipment on towers, rooftops, and other high structures. Their duties often include climbing tall towers, handling antennas, cables, and safety gear, and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly. Tower Hands play a crucial role in maintaining cellular, radio, and broadcast communications infrastructure. The job requires physical fitness, attention to safety procedures, and the ability to work at heights in various weather conditions.
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Infographic showing various Tower Hand job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 94% Full Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,188 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

RF Tower Tech III / Top Hand

Capstone Solutions

Kent, WA • On-site

$151/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

CapStone Solutions is a telecommunications construction company seeking an experienced RF Tower Top Hand (Tower Tech III) for the greater Kent/Seattle area.


We are a locally-owned company with the intent to meet the needs of our wireless customers while encouraging work-life harmony for our employees and their families.We believe in treating all people with respect and kindness, and in return we know that our employees will do their personal best on the job. We value honesty and integrity of character and a strong work ethic. We mentor our employees as we create opportunities for personal career growth and development.


Responsibilities

  • Install, remove, configure and make repairs to telecommunications equipment in cell sites and related systems
  • Maintain and install power equipment
  • Climb towers, poles, and other structures to install, reconfigure and repair microwave and other antenna and cable equipment
  • Operate electronic test equipment including cable testers, fiber testers, battery testers, and other RF analysis equipment
  • Install outdoor cell site systems including cabinets, associated conduits, and ice bridges
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate data related to microwave systems
  • Perform power, fiber optic, cat5/cat6, waveguide, and coaxial cable installations and testing
  • Read Scope of Work (SOW) documents and delivers project outcomes to scope and as directed
  • Rack and mount fixed telecom equipment
  • Maintaining, install, configure, adjust, and make minor repairs to microwave systems, including towers.


Qualifications

  • Ability to work safely at heights up to 500'
  • Willing to work outside of normal business hours (i.e., shift work), to include nights and weekends, as needed
  • Self-starter with the desire and ability to learn and retain new knowledge
  • Team player and have excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Good work ethic and positive attitude
  • Willingness to mentor/train others professionally, and to be mentored/trained
  • Ability to learn and retain physical and mechanical installation specifications
  • Ability to pass preliminary drug screening, criminal background check and driving background check
  • Able to lift, carry, push, pull 75+ lbs
  • Reliable, punctual, and communicates well


Preferred Qualifications

  • Valid Driver License
  • Reliable Transportation
  • Competent Tower Climbing Certification
  • RF Safety and Awareness Certification
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • OSHA 10
  • NWSA Certified


Benefits

  • Competitive Wages DOE
  • Overtime
  • Per Diem Allowance $151 for Full Days Out of Market
  • 10 Paid Days Off
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Direct Deposit Weekly
  • Excellent Medical, Vision, + Dental Benefits
  • 401K Plan
  • Life + Disability Insurance


Full-Time Position


Offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, and pre-employment physical.


Capstone strongly encourages applications from military veterans!


RF, TT3, Tower Technician, Top Hand


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