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Tower Installation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Tower Technician III

Des Moines, IA

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technician III will lead all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician III

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technician III will lead all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician II

Des Moines, IA

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technicians support all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician III

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technician III will lead all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician III

Des Moines, IA

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technician III will lead all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician

Topeka, KS · On-site

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

Hayden Tower Service, Inc. is a communications construction company that provides turn-key wireless site installations. Whether new site, colocations or rooftop sites, we take pride in the fact that ...

Tower Technician

Topeka, KS · On-site

$50K - $80K/yr

Hayden Tower Service, Inc. is a communications construction company that provides turn-key wireless site installations. Whether new site, colocations or rooftop sites, we take pride in the fact that ...

Tower Technician II

Des Moines, IA

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technicians support all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

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Tower climber

Clarksville, MI · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Tower Inspections, Light System Repair and Installations, painting, and Guy cable work.

Tower Technician II

Des Moines, IA

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technicians support all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

Tower Technician II

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Tower Technicians support all aspects of tower installations, including all antennas and transmission lines. Tower Technicians perform construction duties on a daily basis ensuring quality ...

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How much do tower installation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for tower installation in the United States is $25.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tower installation job?

Tower installation jobs involve assembling, installing, and maintaining various types of towers, such as cell phone, radio, or broadcast towers. Technicians in this field work at heights to set up structural components, antennas, and transmission equipment. The role requires knowledge of safety protocols, climbing techniques, and electrical systems. It is physically demanding and often involves traveling to different sites. Proper certification and training are usually required to work in tower installation.

What skills and qualifications are needed for tower installation?

To thrive as a Tower Installation Technician, you need knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, climbing safety, and electrical systems, typically backed by a high school diploma and relevant safety certifications like OSHA or ComTrain. Familiarity with specialized tools, rigging equipment, and RF (radio frequency) testing devices is crucial for the technical demands of the role. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are standout soft skills in this field. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable installation and maintenance of tower systems, often in challenging environments.

What challenges are faced during tower installation projects and how can they be managed?

Tower installation professionals often encounter challenges such as working in remote locations, dealing with adverse weather conditions, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Effective communication with team members and thorough pre-planning are key to managing these difficulties. Additionally, staying updated with industry-standard safety training helps to minimize risks, while collaborating closely with engineers and project managers ensures that installations proceed smoothly and meet regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between Tower Installation vs Tower Climber?

AspectTower InstallationTower Climber
CertificationsOSHA 10/30, Fall Protection, Equipment OperationOSHA 10/30, Fall Protection, Climbing Safety
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, high elevationsClimbing towers, maintenance, inspections
Job RoleAssembling, installing new towersInspecting, repairing, climbing existing towers

While both roles involve working at heights and require safety certifications, Tower Installation focuses on building and setting up new towers, whereas Tower Climber specializes in maintaining and repairing existing structures. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position in the telecommunications or utility industries.

Are tower installation technicians in demand?

Tower installation technicians are in demand due to the ongoing need for telecommunications infrastructure, including cell towers and broadcast antennas. The job often requires technical skills, physical fitness, and safety certifications, and employment opportunities are expected to grow with expanding wireless networks and 5G deployment.

Do tower installation technicians get paid well?

Tower installation technicians typically earn competitive wages that vary by experience, location, and employer. The job often involves working at heights, using specialized tools, and following safety protocols, which can influence compensation levels. Overall, it is considered a well-paying trade within the construction and telecommunications industries.
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What states have the most Tower Installation jobs?

States with the most job openings for Tower Installation jobs include:

Infographic showing various Tower Installation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,357 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Tower Right-Hand (Heartland - Camby, IN)

Thayer Power and Communication

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$21.50 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

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Tower Right-Hand (Heartland Tower Solutions - Camby, IN)
Heartland Tower Solutions, LLC is Hiring!
***Starting at $23-$28 per Hour***
***Signing Bonus Up To $1,500.00***
Safety-Quality-Efficiency -- Keys to this long-term opportunity for career growth and great benefits.
Heartland Tower Solutions, LLC, a Midwest leader in the construction, and service of wireless communications facilities, is growing! We are investing in our personnel with an educational pathway for career advancement. We believe in establishing competitive pay tied directly to knowledge-based level assessment, a clear path to advancement, and empowering its staff for success in a highly competitive & ever-growing industry.
Travel is required. Hotel accommodations, and a daily per diem allowance are provided by Heartland Tower Solutions.
Our benefits include:
• Signing Bonus
• Referral Bonus
• Insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, supplemental)
• Competitive Pay
• Potential For Bonus
• 401K (with company match)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position performs various tasks in tower construction and communications equipment installation, service and testing. Daily climbing and participating in all safety procedures is required. A right hand must have experience and knowledge in tower climbing and must be able to stand-in for the Crew Leader if he is not available. This position requires that that the Right Hand understands and performs testing on antennas, lines and other components. They also are required to complete all the paperwork and record keeping that is needed on a project, if the Crew Leader is not available.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be proficient in all the "ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES" of a Tower Installer plus the below listed items:
• Participate and when requested lead daily JSA meetings, safety, and quality tailgate meetings
• Responsible for all Personal Protective Equipment (inspect daily)
• Assist in the training of Tower Installers and fellow crew members on the proper handling, installation and commissioning of the hardware and equipment Heartland Solutions installs
• Must be able to delegate tasks to crew members while working on tower
• Maintain a clean job site and truck and trailer
• Possess and apply the ability to forecast upcoming tasks and prepare for them accordingly
• Participate in testing at sites (Sweeps, PIM's, Fiber).
• Assist the Crew Leader in the completion of daily job reports and with the tracking of crew hours
• Report to Crew Leader daily and work independently with crew to complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Assist the Crew Leader in the timely completion of required paper work and documentation to ensure that the appropriate information, photos, reports, and testing is completed for each closeout prior to leaving the site.
• Climb tower daily and perform all necessary work to complete the installation of towers, antennas, mounts, coax, fiber cable, etc. Including, but not limited to, the following:
o Constructing and decommissioning tower and equipment structures
o Installing, maintain, and troubleshooting new and existing cellular and microwave equipment
o Climbing ladders and structures of various heights
o Rigging Loads
o Running, routing, weather proofing and installation of coax, fiber optic, and power wiring for all equipment
• Ability to maintain a working relationship with vendors and customers in a professional manner
• The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested by the Operations Manager or senior management of the company, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Must possess all the "KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES" of a Tower Installer plus the below listed items:
• Basic level of knowledge and ability in using computers and a familiarity with at a minimum the software programs of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to read site plans and engineering drawing
• Must be proficient in the use of hand tools and electrical tools i.e., hand drills, impact guns etc.
• Must have the knowledge of knots and know the appropriate use for each type of knot
• Must know crane and tower hand signals and know how to properly use them
• Must be confident and competent in tower rescue
• Must have knowledge of flying steel and be able to layout booms
• Must be knowledgeable in all types of connectors
• Must be knowledgeable in rigging
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to bend, twist, squat and lift 75 lbs. and pull their own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly for long periods of time.
• Working outside 52 weeks per year in different parts of the country and in conditions that include: inclement weather, heat and humidity etc.
• Regularly working near moving mechanical parts.
• Climbing 100+ feet daily
• Noise level is generally loud
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)
Must meet all the "MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)" of a Tower Installer plus the below listed items:
• Must have experience in cellular tower construction and maintenance
• 1 year of L&A experience in the following:
o Cellular upgrades
o Sweep testing
o PIM testing
o Fiber Testing
o Trouble shooting
OTHER REQUIRMENTS:
Must meet all the "OTHER REQUIRMENTS" of a Tower Installer.
Come join our Team for a great career in the wireless industry!
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