GTEC Talent Hiring for Tower Foreman Job at Lakeland, FL Full Time

Tower Foreman

The Tower Foreman must have an expert level of understanding with all aspects of the wireless industry. The person in this position will be expected to maintain full control of his/her crews’ production and lead by example. One will utilize the Tower Lead to develop and plan out the complete build of the site. This person will verify a high quality of deliverables for SOW and will identify change orders, possible obstacles and safety concerns, which may prevent timely completion of site work. This person will work with the supervisor to establish achievable scheduling and goals as determined by management (Construction Manager/Project Manager).

What Do You Offer Us?

· Follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, Tower Co., etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.

· Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including mounts, radios and antennas.

· Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of antenna systems using technical expertise and knowledge of blueprints and diagrams.

· A willingness to travel when and where required as directed by market.

· Adhere to industry safety and quality control requirements at all times.

What We Offer You:

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
• Defined career path for future growth
• Weekly Payroll
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan

What is Required?

· Valid driver’s license

· Minimum of two years of tower and telecommunications experience

· Experience with crane/signaling

· Experience with steel work (hanging boom, antennas, etc.)

· Experience with shooting an azimuth (front, back and side)

· Knowledge of all testing equipment (load hopping) and basic functions of the equipment

· Knowledge of quality and safety procedures

· Foreman will be responsible for production reporting, hours, time off, new/damaged equipment needs, etc. to the management team

· Foreman will be responsible for the care of all crew tools, equipment and vehicles on a daily basis

· Foreman will be responsible for submitting all daily and weekly required paperwork (ex: JSA, weekly safety topics, crane/heavy machinery forms, etc.)

· Expert in reading CD’s, blueprints, RFD’s, etc.

· Experience with clearly capturing photo images

· Advanced understanding of rigging

· Connector install experience

· Expert knowledge in system testing (load hopping) – PIM, ANRITSU Fiber, RET, etc.

· Coax and Fiber routing/handling experience

· Top side and bottom side grounding experience

· Cad welding experience

· Developed management skills in running his/her team in day-to-day operations

· General working skills and knowledge of computers

· Physically able to climb 1000 vertical feet per day

· Ability to perform Tower Rescues

· Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly

• Must pass a background check and drug test

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 – $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• climbing 1000 vertical feet: 1 year (Preferred)
• Coax and Fiber routing/handling: 2 years (Preferred)
• tower and telecommunications: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: One location