Tower Foreman

Job Summary/Objective:

Possessing expert technical skills and knowledge associated with the construction, repair and maintenance of towers and accompanying structures. This includes advanced knowledge and experience with carrier equipment, high level of tool proficiency to complete site to customer standards, ability to complete rigging plans. Possesses certifications in climbing/rescue and rigging.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversees the day to day activities of a team that perform tower construction and testing including the installation of antennas, mounting hardware, coax and connectors, grounding, testing, positioning, and optimizing antennas and lines. Performs the duties of the team as well as providing general direction. Work with basic hand tools and safety equipment.
• Performs Installation of RF and antenna system components such as antennas, TMA's, RRU's, diplexers, coax, hybrids, grounding, supports, weatherproofing, connectors, hardware, etc.) knowledge and experience of major carrier sites including upgrades, MODS, NSB, Electrical, Civil, DAS, Small Cells, etc.
• Responsible for Capstan operations, Crane/signaling, Rigging, Steel work (hanging boom, antenna etc.) and shoot azimuths.(Front, Back and Side)
• Coordinate with customer representative for site-related activities and maintain a good working relationship with a customer representative.
• Utilize PPE in compliance with EHS requirements and industry standards. Maintain OSHA and EHS requirements at all times.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles in an operational condition
• Compile information for and complete daily paperwork required for the site and the crew. Compile all site-specific closeout documentation for your work effort per carrier requirements and upload closeout documentation to customer interfaces.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and actively train/promote learning to all crew members.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of telecommunications construction experience
• OSHA 30
• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Have knowledge of and ability to meet and pass all DOT requirements
• Expert level of knowledge with testing equipment –Anritsu, Fiber tester, PIM, RET etc.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• TT1/TTII/ NWSA Certification
• Sweep, PIM, and Fiber Certifications
• Expert level of knowledge with testing equipment –Anritsu, Fiber tester, PIM, RET etc.
• Understanding and ability to process RFDS and read construction drawings.
• Demonstrated expertise in construction skills, rigging, safety, and general industry knowledge.

Skills Required:

• Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawing and support documentation, RF data sheets, and basic electrical concepts.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and electronically.
• Ability to take and understand written and verbal direction.
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility:

• Provides daily direction to the tower team
• Partners with operations manager to set goals for performance and deadlines in ways the comply with company and clients plans and vision.
• Organizes/oversees workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks.
• Partner with EHS team to maintain a safe work environment at all times

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required:

• Ability to work in all weather conditions except for unsafe or extreme weather conditions.
• Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day
• Desire and ability to climb structures to heights in excess of 300’ while carrying loads in excess of 50 pounds.
• Travel is required 50% of the time

AAP/EEO Statement

NextEdge provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NextEdge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.