Tower Foreman

Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co. LLC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tower Foreman to join our team. As a key member of our construction crew, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient completion of wireless equipment and antenna installations at elevated heights.

• Safety First: Prioritize and adhere to safety protocols, including 100% tie-off, proper methods and procedures, rigging, and daily JHA's.
• Wireless Equipment Installation: Safely and efficiently complete modifications, repairs, and upgrades of wireless equipment and antennas at elevated heights.
• Team Leadership: Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of up to 6 members, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Reporting and Documentation: Provide detailed daily reports to the Project Manager/Construction Manager and submit daily timesheets for the crew.
• Regulatory Compliance: Thoroughly understand and adhere to applicable governing body's safety and regulations, as well as Thayer Power & Communication's Safety Policies and Practices.
• Customer Focus: Work with Project Manager and Construction Manager to meet schedules and budgets, while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain proper use of company vehicles, equipment, and other assigned assets.
• Project Coordination: Review and/or create Bill of Materials (BOMs) needed for each project site to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a clean, orderly environment, adhering to company policies and industry regulations/standards (OSHA).
• Testing and Certification: Perform PIM, Sweep, & Fiber testing on site, as well as antenna alignment, and attend vendor and in-house training and participate in certification programs as necessary.
• Training and Development: Ability and willingness to train team members and participate in company training programs.

• Strong Safety Background: 5+ years of tower climbing experience and 2+ years of management/supervisory experience.
• OSHA 30 Certification: Preferred.
• Valid Driver's License: Required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required.
• Authorized Tower Climber or Competent Climber and Rescue Certification: Required.
• Ability to Work at Heights: Ability to work at heights upwards of 300' +.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Industry Experience: Experience installing and maintaining: Cabling, Antennas, Microwave dish, tower builds (NEW/MODS), site inspections, FAA lighting systems, cell carriers.
• Preferred Carrier Experience: Preferred carrier experience such as Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile/Sprint, US Cellular, Dish.
• Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of and ability to operate various testing equipment (i.e. RF sweep gear, PIM, 3-Z and fiber testing).
• PIM/Sweep Certification: Preferred from Anritsu, Kaelus, or like.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Travel Requirements: Able to travel extensively and work a flexible schedule.

• Physical Demands: Frequently required to walk, crawl, or kneel, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, stairs, or other elevated/fixed structures for extended periods of time.
• Environmental Conditions: Work in extreme conditions such as high and low temperatures, snow, rain, high winds throughout the year and 4 seasons.
• Weight Lifting: Lift and/or move a minimum of 50lbs regularly.
• Safety Equipment: Wear safety equipment as per OSHA/MSHA/ANSI requirements, including but not limited to steel-toed and/or metatarsal shoes, hard hat, required PPE for elevated work, fire retardant clothing, protective eye wear, etc.