Tower Supervisor

Job Summary/Objective:

The Tower Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and executing the construction, repair, and maintenance of towers and related structures. This role demands expert technical skills, knowledge of carrier equipment, and proficiency in various tools necessary to meet site standards. The position also includes responsibilities for rigging plans, climbing/rescue operations, and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will hold relevant certifications and have extensive hands-on experience in telecommunications infrastructure.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Operations: Oversee day-to-day operations of a team performing tower construction, testing, and installation of telecommunications equipment, including antennas, mounting hardware, coax cables, connectors, and grounding systems.
• Hands-On Installation & Testing: Install RF and antenna system components such as antennas, TMA’s, RRUs, diplexers, hybrids, coax cables, grounding systems, and connectors. Conduct thorough testing, positioning, and optimization of antennas and lines.
• Advanced Tower Operations: Lead and execute Capstan operations, crane signaling, rigging tasks, steelwork (e.g., hanging booms and antennas), and azimuth shooting (front, back, and side).
• Customer Coordination: Collaborate with customer representatives to ensure site activities align with project objectives, maintaining strong working relationships.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to EHS requirements, maintain OSHA standards, and utilize PPE to ensure a safe working environment at all times.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all tools, equipment, and vehicles are in optimal working condition, ready for operational tasks.
• Documentation: Prepare daily reports and complete all required paperwork, including site-specific closeout documentation, in compliance with customer requirements. Upload closeout documents to customer interfaces as needed.
• Training & Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to crew members, ensuring ongoing training and promoting a culture of learning within the team.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications construction.
• Certifications: OSHA 30, Climbing/Rescue, Rigging.
• Licenses: Valid Driver’s License; ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements.
• Technical Expertise: Proficient in the use of testing equipment such as Anritsu, fiber testers, PIM testers, RET, and similar tools.
• Knowledge Base: Strong experience with major carrier sites and upgrades, including MODs, NSB, electrical, civil, DAS, and small cell projects.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to tower construction and equipment installation.
• Experience with coordinating multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
• Ability to interpret and create rigging plans for complex tower setups.