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Wireless Service Technicians

Overview

Wireless service technicians are responsible for maintaining a specified group of cell sites, including the radio towers, cell site equipment, and often the building and grounds for the sites. Technicians routinely visit and monitor the functioning of the on-site equipment, performing preventive testing and maintenance. They also troubleshoot and remedy problems that might arise with any of their sites. Most wireless service technicians spend their work time at various locations, visiting each of their cell sites as necessary.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education Level

Associate's Degree

Certification/License

None

Outlook

Decline
Personality Traits

Hands On

Organized

Technical

Career Ladder
Supervisor

Switch Technician, or Switch Engineer, or System Performance Worker

Experienced Wireless Service Technician

Entry-Level Wireless Service Technician

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