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Tower Technician roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Telecom infrastructure employers regularly sponsor foreign workers in this skilled trade, making it a viable path to permanent U.S. residency.
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At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Tower Technician II, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!
Responsibilities
As a Tower Technician II, you are responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
- Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies (Safety Manual)
- Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
- Climb towers and ladders at various heights
- Conduct the erection of various tower types
- Offload material and inventory
- Prepare and clean sites
- Install new carriers on new build and existing towers
- Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles
- Assist in the assembly of the monopole, all weld and knock down self-support and guyed towers
- Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15-foot, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas
- Assist in the transmission line and installation of foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides
- Assist in the installation of all aspects of the electrical site foundations, grounding, and conduits, with electrical installations where applicable
- Serve as a mentor to new, less experienced technicians
- Complete other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
About You:
- Safety is a part of your day-to-day
- You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
- You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
- You are looking for long-term projects
- You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
- You have a High School Degree
- You have a minimum of 2 years of tower experience
- You have the ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed
- You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations
- Possession of an NWSA certification is a plus
- You must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
- You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company's policy conditions
COMPENSATION
Hard work pays off. See what you will get for your effort:
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Life insurance
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Red Wing Boot Voucher
- Compensation $26-$29 an hour DOE
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Family and medical leave
- Paid sick time
We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!
MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
INTRODUCTION
At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Tower Technician II, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!
Responsibilities
As a Tower Technician II, you are responsible for installing, maintaining, and operating wired, wireless, fiber optic, and microwave telecommunications equipment and systems. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
- Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group Health, Safety, and Environmental Policies (Safety Manual)
- Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
- Climb towers and ladders at various heights
- Conduct the erection of various tower types
- Offload material and inventory
- Prepare and clean sites
- Install new carriers on new build and existing towers
- Assist in tower erection using helicopters, cranes, and gin poles
- Assist in the assembly of the monopole, all weld and knock down self-support and guyed towers
- Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15-foot, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas
- Assist in the transmission line and installation of foam/air dielectric coaxial, hardline, and elliptical waveguides
- Assist in the installation of all aspects of the electrical site foundations, grounding, and conduits, with electrical installations where applicable
- Serve as a mentor to new, less experienced technicians
- Complete other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
About You:
- Safety is a part of your day-to-day
- You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
- You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
- You are looking for long-term projects
- You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
- You have a High School Degree
- You have a minimum of 2 years of tower experience
- You have the ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions as printed
- You possess working knowledge of safety standards and regulations
- Possession of an NWSA certification is a plus
- You must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
- You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company's policy conditions
COMPENSATION
Hard work pays off. See what you will get for your effort:
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Life insurance
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Red Wing Boot Voucher
- Compensation $26-$29 an hour DOE
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Family and medical leave
- Paid sick time
We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!
MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Tower Technician
Verify your credentials match PERM requirements
PERM labor certification requires your qualifications to match the job description exactly. Get your foreign trade certifications evaluated by a NACES-approved credential service before applying, so there's no mismatch when DOL audits your case.
Target telecom employers with active PERM history
Search the OFLC Wage Search database to identify telecom and wireless infrastructure companies that have filed PERM applications for Tower Technician roles. Employers with prior PERM filings already have legal counsel and internal processes in place.
Find green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Tower Technician openings by employers with EB-3 sponsorship history. It surfaces roles tied to companies that have already navigated the PERM process, saving you from applying to positions where sponsorship is unlikely.
Negotiate sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Once an employer extends an offer, confirm in writing whether they'll cover PERM filing fees and I-140 costs. Some telecom contractors pass legal fees to workers, which USCIS prohibits for certain categories, so clarify cost-sharing before you sign.
Understand how the PERM prevailing wage affects your offer
Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for Tower Technicians in the employer's location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can flag underpayment early rather than after the PERM is filed.
Prepare for the supervised recruitment waiting period
PERM requires your employer to complete a 30-day job order, two Sunday print ads, and additional recruitment steps before filing. This process takes three to six months minimum, so factor that runway into your timeline when evaluating job offers.
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Find Tower Technician JobsTower Technician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Tower Technician jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Tower Technician roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the position typically requires vocational training and certifications rather than a bachelor's degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role is restructured to require an advanced degree or the candidate pursues a National Interest Waiver, but that pathway is uncommon for this trade. EB-3 is the standard route.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The H-1B requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty occupation, which Tower Technician roles rarely meet, and subjects you to an annual lottery. EB-3 sponsorship through PERM has no lottery and no annual cap at the petition stage. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM and I-140 filing alone can take one to two years before you reach adjustment of status, making permanence the reward for patience.
What certifications strengthen a Tower Technician's PERM application?
OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 construction certifications, Competent Climber credentials, and RF awareness training are standard requirements that employers list in PERM job descriptions. Holding these before applying ensures your qualifications match the certified job description exactly, which DOL requires. Foreign credentials should be evaluated by a NACES-member organization to confirm U.S. equivalency before the PERM filing begins.
How can I find Tower Technician employers who sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Tower Technician openings filtered by employers with documented EB-3 sponsorship history. The DOL's OFLC disclosure data is publicly available, and Migrate Mate surfaces roles tied to companies that have already filed PERM applications, so you're targeting employers with proven sponsorship infrastructure rather than guessing from general job postings.
Can I switch employers after my Tower Technician PERM is filed?
Changing employers after PERM is certified but before your I-140 is approved restarts the process entirely, since PERM certifications are employer-specific. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar role with a new employer without losing your place in line, protecting years of progress.
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