Tower Installation & Maintenance Technician

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Position Title: Tower Installation & Maintenance Technician

Company Name: Elite ICT

Pay Range: $19 - $32+ per hour (based on experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Telecommunications Industry (Commercial)

Location: Champaign, IL

Job Overview

Elite ICT is hiring Tower Installation & Maintenance Technician to join our rapidly growing telecommunications team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing wireless infrastructure, including climbing towers up to 400 feet (and occasionally higher). You will travel across project sites to support commercial clients, working hands-on with cutting-edge equipment while following the highest safety standards. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career with a company that values quality, teamwork, and safety above all else.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, Elite ICT has partnered with major telecommunication companies to build and maintain high-performance technology infrastructure. We are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous learning. As a family-oriented company, we empower our employees with training, development, and career opportunities while maintaining the highest standards of service for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites and climb towers (200'-400', with occasional work up to 2,000').
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and inspection of antenna and line systems.
• Install radio units, antenna arrays, and related ground/aerial fiber optic, RF, and coax connections.
• Properly test, label, and document all systems upon completion.
• Ensure compliance with all company and industry safety procedures.
• Work independently and as part of a larger crew to complete projects on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project needs.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in telecommunications tower work or related construction fields preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics, operate equipment, and use tools/materials effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines and project requirements.
• Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods (4-6 weeks at a time).
• Comfortable climbing and working at elevated heights of 150'-400'+.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record (ability to obtain DOT card required).
• Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Preferred but not required: OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and NWSA certifications.
  
  

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and 8 paid holidays.
• Career Development: Paid training, certifications, and career growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Weekly pay cycle and travel projects with per diem.
• Additional Perks: Referral bonus program, top-of-the-line fleet vehicles, and state-of-the-art tooling/test gear.
  
  

Schedule

• Full-Time: Monday - Friday, with overtime and weekend work as needed.
• Travel projects typically run in 4-6 week rotations.
  
  

Work Location

• Headquarters: Champaign, IL 61822 (mobilization site).
• Projects require regular travel across multiple regions.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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