Tower Microwave Field Engineer

Tower Microwave Field Engineer — high-performance wireless networks, $30–$45/hr, Cranberry PA

$30–$45/hour | Contract to Hire | Cranberry, PA | 70% Travel

Our client builds and maintains some of the most sophisticated point-to-point microwave wireless networks in the world — mission-critical infrastructure for high-performance financial technology operations. They’re looking for a Tower Microwave Field Engineer to join a team that takes quality, safety, and technical excellence seriously.

This is a role for someone motivated, physically capable, and hungry to develop. They want sharp, enthusiastic engineers who want to be challenged and keep growing — not someone coasting on years of experience. Contract to hire, van provided and kept at home, all travel expenses covered.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Respond promptly to network outages and troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair microwave and wireless equipment on tower and rooftop structures

Install, commission, and maintain point-to-point microwave infrastructure — antenna alignment, path commissioning, and signal validation

New construction and maintenance of wireless infrastructure across towers, rooftops, and other communication structures

Terminate and splice fibre using cutting-edge equipment and techniques

Safely operate vehicles, rigging equipment, and capstan winches

Become the on-site technical resource for sub-contractors during new construction

Provide daily reporting on job progress, operational issues, and timeline updates

Participate in ongoing training and complete all mandatory company certifications

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

2–3 years of wireless/microwave networking experience — this is the core technical requirement

2+ years of climbing experience — comfortable on towers up to 600 feet

Must hold a current Authorized Climber/Rescue course certificate

Valid US passport and driving licence — 70% travel is a reality of this role

Field engineering experience — installation and commissioning on communication structures

Motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to develop — they’re building a high-performing team

Reliable and predictable availability

PREFERRED / NICE TO HAVE

Microwave antenna installation, path alignment, and troubleshooting experience

OSHA 10 certification

Fibre knowledge — fusion splicing and OTDR troubleshooting

RF theory and signal flow understanding

Experience with AC/DC power systems

Spectrum Analyzer and Cable/Antenna Analyzer troubleshooting

Knowledge of industry best practices for cabling, safety, and rigging

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to climb all structure types up to 600 feet — majority between 150–400 feet

Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions for extended periods

Regularly lifting and carrying equipment up to 75 lbs, occasionally more

Long-haul driving — typically 1–4 hours, occasionally up to 10 hours in a shift

Flexibility for overtime, evenings, on-call, and occasional weekend work

THE PACKAGE

$30–$45 per hour depending on experience

Contract to hire — 6 months with a clear path to permanent

Van provided and kept at your home address

All travel expenses covered

Based in Cranberry, PA — 70% travel across the US

In-house climbing training and continuous certification development

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

Work on genuinely elite wireless infrastructure — the networks you build operate at the highest performance standards in the world

Van at home — no depot runs, straight to the job

Contract to hire with a real path to permanent for the right person

In-house climbing training provided — they invest in their people

Technically varied every day — microwave, fibre, RF, and tower work all in one role

A team being rebuilt with quality people who have drive and ambition — get in early and be part of something

Microwave field engineer with climbing certification based in Western Pennsylvania? Let’s talk.

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