Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
Repair, install, or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way radio communications systems used in cellular telecommunications, mobile broadband, ship-to-shore, aircraft-to-ground communications, and radio equipment in service and emergency vehicles. May test and analyze network coverage.
59 alternate job titles:
Avionics Repair Technician (Avionics Repair Tech)
Broadcasting Equipment Mechanic
Cell Tower Technician (Cell Tower Tech)
Cellular Equipment Installer (Cell Equipment Installer)
Cellular Equipment Repairer (Cell Equipment Repairer)
Cellular Tower Climber (Cell Tower Climber)
Certified Tower Climber
Communications Security Repairer
Communications Systems Technician
Communications Technician
Communications Tower Climber
Electronic Equipment Repairer
Fiber Optic Technician
Field Radio Technician
Field Service Technician (Field Service Tech)
Field Technician (Field Tech)
Installation Technician (Installation Tech)
Installer
Land Mobile Radio Technician
Maintenance and Condition Assessment Foreman
Microwave Radio Technician
Mobile Radio Technician
Mobile Technician
Radio Adjuster
Radio Communications Tech (Radio Communications Technician)
Radio Electrician
Radio Equipment Installer
Radio Equipment Repairer
Radio Frequency Technician (RF Tech)
Radio Machinist
Radio Maintainer
Radio Mechanic
Radio Repairer
Radio Repairman
Radio Rigger
Radio Service Programmer
Radio Technician (Radio Tech)
Radio Tester
Radio Tower Technician (Radio Tower Tech)
RF Test Tech (Radio Frequency Test Technician)
Small Cell Technician
Smart Cellular Technician (Smart Cell Tech)
Subscriber Technician
Telecommunication Tower Technician (Telecommunications Tower Tech)
Telecommunications Antenna Foreman
Telecommunications Line Foreman
Telecommunications Tower Construction Foreman
Telecommunications Tower Foreman
Tower Climber
Tower Climber Technician (Tower Climber Tech)
Tower Equipment Installer
Tower Equipment Repairer
Tower Hand
Tower Technician (Tower Tech)
Two-Way Radio Installer
Two-Way Radio Technician (Two-Way Radio Tech)
Voice and Radio Technician (Voice and Radio Tech)
Wireless Cellular Technician (Wireless Cell Tech)
Wireless Technician
Salary Information
Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers: $64,190 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Bolt objects into place. | General |
| Inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems. | General |
| Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance. | General |
| Climb equipment or structures to access work areas. | General |
| Inspect completed work to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Install electrical components, equipment, or systems. | General |
| Repair electrical components. | General |
| Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems. | General |
| Connect electrical components or equipment. | General |
| Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment. | General |
| Read work orders or descriptions of problems to determine repairs or modifications needed. | General |
| Replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical parts. | General |
| Lay cables to connect equipment. | General |
| Test communications equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Document operational activities. | General |
| Gather information about work conditions or locations. | General |
| Record images needed to address work issues. | General |
| Move large objects using heavy equipment. | General |
| Calibrate equipment to specifications. | General |
| Control power supply connections. | General |
| Install audio or communications equipment. | General |
| Position equipment using hand tools, power tools, or heavy equipment. | General |
| Solder parts or connections between parts. | General |
| Repair electrical circuits or wiring. | General |
| Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning. | General |
| Repair electronic equipment. | General |
| Inspect safety equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Adjust the tension of nuts or bolts. | General |
| Maintain work equipment or machinery. | Maintenance |
| Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities. | Development |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Project | Project management software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| AERONET calculator | Analytical or scientific software |
| Backbone.js | Web platform development software |
| Computerized maintenance management system CMMS | Facilities management software |
| Location mapping software | Map creation software |
| Maintenance documentation software | Facilities management software |
| Sweep analysis software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Zoho WebNMS Cell Tower Manager | Analytical or scientific software |
| Caliper Maptitude | Geographic information system |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Telecommunications Engineer | National Association of Radio and Telecommunications Engineers, Inc. | Not Available |
| Microwave Radio Technician | ETA International | Not Available |
| Wireless Communications | ETA International | Not Available |
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