Tower climbing, an obscure field with no more than 10,000 workers, has a mortality rate roughly 10 times that of construction. In the last nine years, alone, nearly 100 tower climbers have been killed on the job. Alarmingly, more than half of them were working on cell sites. An investigation led by ProPublica and PBS […]
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How to Become a Tower Climber
Tower climbing is a great field to get into. The biggest challenge is to find a way into the industry when you’re new to the trade. Being a greenhorn doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to find a job as a tower climber. There are always opportunities for those willing to work for them. […]
Electrical Alpinist: What is an Electrical Alpinist?
An electrical alpinist takes on the tasks of inspecting, maintaining, and repairing cell towers. This is a rewarding job for those who are brave and highly skilled. They know their work facilitates communication in daily life and ensures people remain connected while on the go. How does a person go about pursuing a career in […]
4 Ways to Attract Passive Tower Climbing Candidates to Your Job Opening
Are you struggling to attract qualified candidates to your open tower climbing job postings? Recruitment is a strategic process that involves identifying and reaching out to key individuals who are likely to be interested in your company, job opening, or career field. Because of the nature of this work and the potential for consequences, if […]
Tower Climber Salary: How Much Do Tower Climbers Make?
The wild and adventurous life of a tower climber is one that many people, men and women included, often aspire to. However, the dangers that naturally come with working at such heights, in all weathers, usually around live electricity, are usually enough to prevent the majority of people that are interested in a career as […]
What is Rip Rap?
Riprap, also known as rip rap, rip-rap, shot rock, rock armour or rubble, is rock or other material used to armor shorelines, streambeds, bridge abutments, pilings and other shoreline structures against scour and water or ice erosion. These are the typical uses for riprap, but other uses are on a steep graded hill to prevent […]
Lineman Tools: The Complete Guide
What Tools Does a Lineman Use? A lіnеmаn can аlѕо bе rеfеrrеd tо as a power lіnе technician, and though different than a tower climber, thеіr job іѕ equally tоugh. Their uѕuаl tаѕk is to ѕеt uр аnd maintain еlесtrіс роwеr аnd telephone lines. Hоwеvеr, thе rеѕроnѕіbіlіtіеѕ оf a lіnеmаn can еxtеnd tо thе іnѕtаllаtіоn […]
What is a Gin Pole?
A gin pole (derived from gyn, a three-legged lifting device) is a supported pole which uses a pulley or block and tackle on its upper end to lift loads. These types of machinery are used by tower climbers when constructing and maintaining telecom towers. The lower end is braced or set in a shallow hole […]
How to Get a Tower Climbing Certification
In order to become a tower climber in the wireless industry, you will need several different credentials. A tower climbing certification and specific training can help you stand out as an applicant. The specific requirements for becoming a tower climber vary depending on the type of operation you want to work for. In general, however, […]
4 Signs It’s Time to Explore Other Tower Climbing Career Options
If you’re a tower climber, you may be well aware of the many exciting opportunities that this career field has to offer. Tower climbing can be an exciting and rewarding job, but it’s not right for everyone. If you aren’t sure that your current role in this industry isn’t the perfect career for you, it […]