Also called: Tower Hand
Climbs cell towers to install and repair antennas and radios.
You climb 300 feet up a tower with 40 pounds of gear, mount a new 5G antenna, and connect cables while swaying in the wind.
Lots of travel; per diem adds income.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 0 years after high school. Tower climbing and RF safety certifications (NWSA, ENTRE).
Ways in: Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Telecommunications Technology.
Growing faster than average. 5G upgrades keep crews busy.
Low risk for 10 years. Drones do some inspections, but climbing towers to install antennas and radios stays human, with 5G driving demand.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to tower service companies for climber trainee jobs; many pay for the climbing class First: Tower climber safety and rescue training plus RF awareness (a few days)
Classes: Physics, Electronics CTE, Physical education.
Official data: O*NET occupation 49-2021.
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