Tower Climber Field Engineer (Sioux Falls SD or Spokane WA) - Banking & Finance

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? 

Join the leading high-frequency trading firm as a Tower Climber Field Engineer. Driven by world-class research, the company empowers exceptional talent in mathematics, physics, and computer science to push scientific boundaries and apply groundbreaking research to global financial markets. Beyond delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, the firm designs, develops, and deploys transformative technologies, funds startups across industries, and partners with leading global research organizations and universities to tackle complex challenges.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Field-based installation, commissioning, and maintenance of wireless & microwave network equipment
• Climbing towers and structures to install, align, and troubleshoot antennas and hardware
• Diagnosing network outages and resolving issues in a fast-paced, high-availability environment
• Handling fiber splicing, cabling, and power wiring tasks as needed
• Collaborating with experienced engineers and supporting the buildout of a robust, scalable infrastructure
• Traveling up to 70% of the time, with projects across regional and national sites
• Participating in in-house climbing and rescue training to ensure safety and certification compliance

Must-Have Skills:

• 2–3 years’ experience in wireless or microwave networking
• 2+ years of climbing experience with a valid Authorized Climber/Rescue certificate
• Commissioning and installation experience in structured telecom environments
• US passport and valid driver’s license (clean record)
• Positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn, team culture is key
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and reporting tools

Nice-to-Haves:

• OSHA 10 certification
• Fiber splicing or OTDR experience
• Familiarity with microwave alignment, power systems, coax/cable installation
• Spectrum Analyzer/Cable & Antenna Analyzer knowledge
• RF theory or signal flow knowledge

Location:

• Sioux Falls, SD or Spokane, WA
• Field-based, with van provided and kept at home
• Travel-heavy role with expenses fully covered

Benefits: 

• 6-month temp-to-perm structure
• Upon perm conversion: salary equivalent + $30,000 performance bonus
• All travel expenses covered, vehicle provided
• Company-led training & certification programs
• Close-knit team with field leadership support and career development opportunities

Salary:

• $30–32/hour base rate for certified climbers
• $35–45/hour for advanced microwave-skilled climbers