Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual for the position of Tower Foreman within our dynamic New Hampshire team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecommunications and field service operations, with expertise in high voltage, low voltage, and fiber splicing. This role involves working with advanced technologies such as 4G/LTE, 5G, and 3G, while ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks performed. The Tower Foreman will be responsible for the management of a tower construction crew. Provides direction and supervision. Directs the completion of assigned projects. Coordinates with customers and suppliers. Maintains a safe and productive work environment. Trains crew members. Maintains vehicles and equipment in good working order. Performs tower construction work. 85% of working environment is outdoors. Continuous travel. Pay is Commensurate with experience
Duties
- Build an antenna support structure (monopole, self-supporting, guyed and or tree towers) with the use of a crane.
- Build a guyed tower using a crane and a gin pole with knowledge of slings, shackles, grip hoists and all other aspects of rigging for gin poles.
- Motivate and rate performance of subordinates.
- Manage projects in a timely and efficient manner.
- Coordinating with customers.
- Allocation of time efficiently and effectively, keeping track of critical information, schedules and deadlines.
- Communicates well oral and written information accurately, concisely and in a form appropriate to the target audience.
- Maintaining company vehicles and tools in good working order.
- Trains subordinates.
- Climbs and works on towers.
- Maintains work site safety, conducts safety training and ensures the safety of all personnel.
- Collects, reviews and checks crew members reports and submits to IC&E as required.
- Maintains a safe, clean and orderly environment.
- Listen to others and responds professionally with timely and accurate information.
- Turn in all billing, antenna worksheets upon completion of jobs.
- Familiar with local carrier upgrades and installations.
- Call in hours as required on a daily basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill Sets, Experience
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- 5 to 7 year(s) Tower construction, electrical, technical or mechanical experience.
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to safely climb with total confidence and work comfortably on all climbable structures to include heights of over 200 feet.
- Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions.
- Valid drivers license (CDL preferred)
- Demonstrate a safe driving record is a requirement
- Use of standard office equipment (telephone, cell phone, voicemail, FAX, photocopier, digital camera, personal computer and software (MS Office))
- Perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
- Knowledge of technical measurements & geometry
- Operate survey equipment (i.e. compass, line-of-sight propagation equipment, mirrors, transit, etc.)
- Interpret blueprints, diagrams and schematics
- Operate survey equipment (i.e. compass, line-of-sight propagation equipment, mirrors, transit, etc.)
- Interpret blueprints, diagrams and schematics
- Test and trouble shoot mechanical problems
- Demonstrate complete knowledge of Anritzu test equipment and X-L microwave path alignment equipment.
- Knowledge of correctly and safely rigging a tower, monopole, self-supporting towers and any other types of antenna support structures.
- Test and trouble shoot mechanical problems
- Ability to work independently under limited supervision
- Knowledge of correctly and safely rigging a tower, monopole, self-supporting towers and any other types of antenna support structures.
- Test and trouble shoot mechanical problems
- Great physical condition and stamina
- Organized with a strong attention to detail
- Self-starter, team player and results oriented
- Must pass exam to become a Level 1 Mechanic
- Complete set of tools to operate on the job
- Must be familiar with all fall protection and safety procedures
- Proficient in the use of Crane Signals
- Proficient with various types of knots (i.e. Bowline, Clove Hitch and Square Knot)
- Advanced Tower Terminology
- Familiar with antenna mounts and brackets
- Demonstrate complete knowledge of customer color codes
- Stock and re-stock truck and shop shelves to the proper locations
- Demonstrate knowledge of weather seals and connectors
- Demonstrate principles and practices of construction and maintenance of communication towers.
- Demonstrate principles and procedures involved with inspection of physical structures.
- Knowledge of proper and safe loading of tower hardware for transport.
CERTIFICATIONS
- DOT Medical card
- Must pass the level 2 Foreman test NWSA
- Defensive Driving
- First Aid Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- OSHA 30 Hour training and certification
- RF Certification training and certification
- Com Train Certification Rescue and Retrieval Competent Climber/Rescuer
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Hoisting Engineers License - 1b
- Mass Building Supervisors License
- Supervisory Course
- Competent rigging training
Industrial Communications provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.26 - $35.23 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Tower climbing: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dunbarton, NH 03046 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dunbarton, NH 03046: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
