Field Operations Specialist (Tower Climber)
About this role
DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.
Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.
We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute tower‑top and rigging tasks to meet project schedules; target ≥95% on‑schedule completion for assigned work packages.
- Complete a Jobsite Hazard Assessment (JHA) for every assignment and submit JHA records for retention; escalate safety issues to the Field Operations Manager immediately.
- Deploy and maintain site‑appropriate rigging/access solutions (masts, poles, rooftops, unconventional structures) and ensure 100% compliance with fall‑protection standards.
- Perform RF and fiber terminations target ≥98% first‑time pass rate on acceptance criteria.
- Maintain and organize assigned work truck, tools, rigging and consumables; conduct pre‑shift equipment checks and achieve ≥98% deployment readiness.
- Support shop and truck inventory control, shipping/receiving and periodic restocking; update inventory records within 24 hours of transactions.
- Provide practical field feedback to improve SOPs, tooling or processes and participate in team training and knowledge sharing.
- Assist with logistics including booking lodging, scheduling training, and coordinating periodic truck maintenance to support continuous operations.
- Tower rigging and fall‑protection systems; execution of rigging plans for diverse structures.
- RF/fiber termination: coax handling, OTDR and spectrum interpretation is a plus.
- Electrical fundamentals: AC/DC systems, grounding/bonding, multimeter diagnostics.
- Vehicle, trailer and aerial lift operation and basic preventive maintenance.
- Clear, concise communication with crew, project managers and supervisors.
- Strong situational awareness and disciplined adherence to safety procedures.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, multi‑task under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to navigate and keep internal software ticketing tools up-to-date.
- Reliability and self‑management in remote, variable conditions.
- Minimum 3 years’ field experience climbing towers and performing installations as a Tower Hand (preferred 3+ years).
- Demonstrated experience across multiple tower types (monopole, guyed, SST), rooftops and water tanks.
- Preferred certifications: NWSA TTT‑1 minimum, Tower Rescue, First Aid/CPR; OSHA‑10 min, 30 is a plus.
- Path boxes, compass/orienteering, multimeters; aerial lifts, trailers, skid steers, tower rigging, rope access and fall‑protection gear.
- Field‑centric role: typically 50–55 hours per week with ≥75% of time onsite at remote locations; frequent evening and weekend work.
- Regular travel to remote sites and routine work at heights (50–500 ft AGL) in variable weather while wearing full fall‑protection PPE.
- On‑call and schedule variability to meet project and emergency requirements.
The annual base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $70,000 + overtime depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
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Company at a glance
At DRW, we identify and capture trading and investment opportunities globally. What sets us apart is our diversified approach—trading across many asset classes and instruments, in markets around the world, with horizons from seconds to years. We succeed by leveraging technology, research and risk management.
We offer the best of both worlds: the opportunity and spirit of a startup and the benefits and stability of an established, experienced firm. Our employees work hard to solve interesting problems, and their results are rewarded. We value continuous learning—from our outcomes, from the environment and from each other. It’s a place of high expectations, deep curiosity, and constant collaboration, with some of the smartest, most passionate people you’ll meet.
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Chez DRW, nous identifions et saisissons les opportunités de négociation et d'investissement au niveau mondial. Ce qui nous différencie, c'est notre approche diversifiée : nous négocions sur de nombreuses classes d'actifs et d'instruments, sur des marchés du monde entier, avec des horizons allant de quelques secondes à plusieurs années. Nous réussissons en nous appuyant sur la technologie, la recherche et la gestion des risques. Nous offrons le meilleur des deux mondes: les opportunités et l'ésprit d’une entreprise en démarrage, et les avantages et la stabilité d'une entreprise établie et expérimentée. Nos employés travaillent dur pour résoudre des problèmes intéressants et leurs résultats sont récompensés. Nous valorisons l'apprentissage continu – de nos résultats, de l’environnement et de chacun de nous. C’est un lieu où les attentes sont élevées, la curiosité est profonde et la collaboration est constante, et où l’on retrouve quelques-uns des individus les plus intelligents et les plus passionnés que vous puissiez rencontrer.
Top Benefits
- Group Medical Insurance
- Pharmacy Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401k With Discretionary Employer Match
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
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