FordCom Hiring for Tower Technician Trainer Job at East Palestine, OH Full Time

Wireless Technician Trainer

FORDCOM WIRELESS (FTS) is a trusted provider of specialized tower services to the telecommunications industry in the Midwest. With over 25 years of telecom experience, our expertise extends beyond tower climbing. Our knowledge and expertise with all types of wireless infrastructure positions us to provide services across a wide array of platforms in addition to accurately and efficiently diagnose issues that are presented in an ever-changing industry.

Description

Looking for a Wireless Technician Trainer to lead FordCom’s Apprentice Program. Must have vast experience building wireless tower sites, both on the tower and civil side. Candidate will work with Safety Director and Construction Management on day to day training operations to accelerate apprentice career path and create consistent construction quality. Candidate responsible for working with individual employees on their apprentice curriculum, group training sessions, and coordinated safety and QC demonstrations. Daily tasks would include site visits, scheduled meetings and training sessions with employees, reporting to construction management and safety division on priorities, and capturing site visit and/or employee training results into shared data portal. The primary focus of the individual will be to raise the bar on FordCom construction quality, create a consistent approach to wireless technician craftmanship, and build on Fordcom’s long-term vision to set the standard on wireless technician professionalism and expertise.

Essential Job Functions

• Must be a LEADER. Proven track record leading different types of people and getting them to desired results. The candidate must be able to build a friendly but highly competitive atmosphere between individuals and teams.
• Must be a COACH. Proven track record motivating individuals and creating an atmosphere that brings creativity, teamwork, and energy.
• Must be SELF-DRIVEN. This position is new and will require ownership of the role to quickly pivot or make long-term strategic decisions necessary to achieve Fordcom’s vision on workforce development and quality.
• Must be HIGHLY SKILLED. This position demands full spectrum knowledge on all carrier builds, from the top to the bottom.
• Overseeing Tower & Civil Crews daily activities as a subject matter expert and trainer.
• Will report directly to Safety Director & Project Manager on in-progress site visits, personnel check-ins, and efficiency management, etc.
• Responsible to help manage FordCom’s apprentice platform and maintain regular reports.
• Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for employees and appropriate training documents are distributed in a timely manner and are in accordance with corporate and customer standards with complete accuracy in project, safety, and employee tracking systems.
• Part of the management team responsible for leadership of individual wireless technician crews & individuals. This includes, but is not limited to: attendance, workmanship, disciplinary actions, and adherence to company policy.

Education/Certifications

• All industry standard Climber Certifications
• OSHA 10 – 30 a plus
• A valid driver’s license required

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of telecommunications/wireless construction experience
• Full knowledge of wireless tower and civil projects, prints, SOW’s, scheduling, etc.
• Managing project budgets or related financial experience
• Customer-facing project management experience
• Must be well organized with strong attention to detail

Other Skills/Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of telecommunications/wireless project management, asset management, tower maintenance, and property management
• Ability to read and understand blueprints along with civil inside & outside plant construction methods or tower/roof top structural details.
• Knowledge of site acquisition procedures, including regulatory and permitting process
• Ability to direct and diagnose work-flow problems, critical paths and institute remedies
• Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal skills
• Established computer skills – MS office and project management software knowledge

Compensation & Benefits:

Above Market Rates (total compensation base salary plus variable bonus structure)

Company Benefits:

• Company Vehicle
• Paid Travel Expenses, fuel, hotels, etc.
• Full Benefit Package: including but not limited to Medical, Vision, Dental, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• East Palestine, OH 44413: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Wireless Construction: 3 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person