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.
SOC: 49-2021.00
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
| 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 ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
AERONET calculatorBackbone.jsCaliper MaptitudeComputerized maintenance management system CMMSLocation mapping softwareMaintenance documentation softwareSweep analysis softwareZoho WebNMS Cell Tower Manager
Tools & Equipment
Adjustable hand wrenchesAlignment toolsAll-purpose snipsAnalog ohmmetersAntenna analyzersAntenna socket setsBackhoesBall peen hammers