Cell tower and wireless work and crews

Tower work covers antenna and radio swaps, line and mount installs, new builds, decommissions and small cells on poles and rooftops. Crews climb, rig, install and test, and the carrier closeout package is part of the job.

Also searched as: tower climber, tower technician, tower foreman, RF technician, antenna installer, small cell installer.

Who hires for this

Turf vendors working for carriers and tower owners post most of it. Site development firms, engineering firms and smaller wireless ISPs post work too.

What they ask for

• Climber training and rescue certification for everyone who climbs
• Rigging plan and gear sized for the lift
• Sweep and PIM testing equipment for RF work
• Certificate of insurance with the limits the carrier requires
• Familiarity with carrier closeout photo and document packages
• Ground crew who can run a capstan or gin pole safely

How to land more of it

• List your crew's training and whose programs they came from. Tower vendors check every card.
• Say whether you handle civil work like foundations and compounds or only work on steel.
• Clean closeout packages get you repeat work faster than anything else.
• Small cell and rooftop work can be steady when macro tower work slows down. Mention if you do it.

What certifications do tower crews need?

Climbers are expected to have authorized climber and rescue training, and most vendors want rigging and RF awareness training too. Many carriers and vendors run their own onboarding as well. Keep copies of every card ready to send.

Can a small crew get tower work?

Yes. A lot of maintenance, swaps and troubleshooting go to small crews that can mobilize fast. Being clear about how many qualified climbers you have and what test gear you own matters more than size.

Who handles the closeout package?

Usually the crew does the photos and documents, and the vendor submits them to the carrier. Each carrier has its own requirements, so get the checklist before you climb. A missing photo can mean going back up.

How do I get my tower crew noticed?

Post a free crew profile on the TrackOver board with your climbers, training, test gear and travel area. Vendors posting tower and small cell work can find crews without a string of cold calls.