Working as a freelance telecom tower technician gives workers the freedom to work for multiple clients, keeping the work varied and exciting, and helping to diversify employment risk.

Salary for a Telecom Tower Technician

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the average tower technician makes around $56000 per year or $27.43 per hour. Salaries range from as low as $31,190 to as high as $78,930, depending on the firm and the technician’s level of experience.

Typically, freelance technicians can charge more on an hourly basis.