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How much do tower rigger jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for tower rigger in Alberta is $24.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tower Rigger?

To thrive as a Tower Rigger, you need proven skills in climbing, rigging, and maintaining towers, along with a solid understanding of safety protocols and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Certifications such as OSHA 10, RF awareness, fall protection, and proficiency with climbing and rigging equipment are typically expected in this field. Exceptional teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help tower riggers excel on the job. These competencies are crucial to ensure both personal safety and the structural integrity of critical telecommunications or broadcast infrastructure.

What are some typical challenges Tower Riggers face on the job?

Tower Riggers frequently work at significant heights and in varying weather conditions, which can present both physical and safety challenges. The job often involves traveling to different sites, working irregular hours, and handling heavy or complex equipment. Close teamwork and clear communication are essential, as safety depends on coordinated efforts. Adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to following strict safety procedures help Tower Riggers overcome these challenges and perform their work successfully.

What does a Tower Rigger do?

A Tower Rigger is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing communication towers, antennas, and related equipment. They climb tall structures to perform tasks such as rigging cables, mounting hardware, and ensuring safety compliance. Tower Riggers must follow strict safety protocols and use specialized climbing and rigging gear. The job requires physical strength, technical skills, and the ability to work at great heights.

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Infographic showing various Tower Rigger job openings in Alberta as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $51,036 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Skilled Labourer & Lattice Tower Assemblers

Ledcor Group

Fort Mcmurray, AB

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Ledcor is currently hiring experienced and safety-minded lattice tower assemblers and skilled laborer's for a large project in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This role involves a combination of hands-on manual labor and working in and around heavy equipment
Join Ledcor Team today!

Key Responsibilities

  • Work on a team assembling steel lattice tower structures for a transmission line project.
  • Work around and as applicable operate heavy equipment such as: Skid Steers, Loaders, Zoom Boom
  • Work safely around cranes and boom trucks.
  • Complete general labour duties, including: Site preparation and cleanup, Steel shakeout and organization, Manual labour to support steel lattice tower assembly
  • Conduct pre-trip and routine equipment inspections
  • Follow all company safety policies and participate in daily safety meetings
  • Work closely with crew members to meet production targets

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Experience with steel construction including rigging
  • Experience working around and/or operating heavy equipment in construction or utility environments
  • Valid Class 5 driver's license (Class 1A or 3A considered an asset)
  • Strong work ethic and ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors
  • Commitment to safety and teamwork
  • Ability to read drawings and prints
  • CSO/BSO, Fall Protection & GD2 training considered as asset

Work Conditions

  • 14 days on, 7 days off, working 10-12 hour days.
  • Overtime and steady rotational work
  • Extended Health & Wellness benefits provided by CLAC
  • Travel allowance provided to those that are eligible
  • Camp accommodations
  • Work will be outdoors and in various weather conditions

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We're experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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