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.
Common Job Titles
- Radio Frequency Technician (RF Tech)
- Radio Technician (Radio Tech)
- Tower Technician (Tower Tech)
- Two-Way Radio Technician (Two-Way Radio Tech)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
11,400
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $42,360. 25th percentile: U.S. $50,610. 50th percentile: U.S. $64,190. 75th percentile: U.S. $84,770. 90th percentile: U.S. $102,550. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $42,360 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $102,550 |
| Workers on average earn | $69,180 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Computers and Electronics4.1/5
- Telecommunications3.9/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
- Mechanical3.4/5
- Administration and Management3.3/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- AERONET calculator
- Backbone.js
- Caliper Maptitude
- Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
- Location mapping software
- Maintenance documentation software
- Sweep analysis software
- Zoho WebNMS Cell Tower Manager
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable hand wrenches
- Alignment tools
- All-purpose snips
- Analog ohmmeters
- Antenna analyzers
- Antenna socket sets
- Backhoes
- Ball peen hammers