Tortue

Erects structural steel, wood, or aluminum transmission towers and installs electric cables and auxiliary equipment to construct transmission and high-voltage distribution power lines between generating stations and substations: Repairs and performs scheduled maintenance on towers, cables, and auxiliary equipment. Frequently works more than one hundred feet above ground when erecting upper portion of towers, and when installing insulators, cables, and electrical accessories on completed towers. May trim trees and remove brush along right-of-way [TREE TRIMMER].

Personality Traits


Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Trustworthy: You are known for your personal integrity and honesty.

Salary and Education


How much does a Tower Erector make?

Nationally: $34,000 – $82,000

Main education level: Certificate

source: US Dept of Labor


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