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Tower Foreman
Location: US-CO-Colorado Springs
Jobcode: a560d54fcf9f3cb3f32ae27bb32ee87a-122020
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Current Opening:
EasTex Tower, LLC is actively looking to add new members to our exciting and growing Team. We are currently seeking a Tower Foreman. We would prefer 5 Years’ Experience as a Tower Industry Foreman with experience in Tower Construction, Antenna and Line Installations, Microwave Installations, and Tower Modifications. Successful candidates can look forward to an energetic, family atmosphere in a very prosperous and growing industry.
Essential Functions
Plan and schedule work activities to efficiently utilize all crew members and equipment assigned to you.
Responsible for crew profitability on the job and meeting schedule completion dates.
Responsible for the quality of workmanship and safety performed by the crew on the job site.
Climb various heights on multiple type structures.
Perform installation of antennas, mounts, cable ladders, cable, etc.
Participate in new tower construction.
Perform routine and special circumstance tower maintenance.
Hold tailgate meetings before beginning work and complete appropriate paperwork.
Ensure crew members complete their daily PPE inspection prior to any climbing
Prepare weekly time sheets and expense reports for your crew, safety logs, vehicle logs, etc.
Maintain company vehicle and trailer in a clean and presentable condition.
Assist in trouble shooting a variety of electronic components from cell/microwave sites to lighting systems
Recognize safety hazards and perform all duties in a safe manner.
Maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers.
Continue industry education and knowledge on an ongoing basis.
Mentor and train tower hands to enhance the performance of the team.
Uphold quality workmanship surpassing industry standards.
Personal Attributes:
Must have reliable transportation to and from office location
Must be willing to travel and be able to work within a non-structured schedule, i.e., long hours, weekends, etc.
Mechanically inclined
Self-Motivated and able to learn efficiently
Team oriented
Supervisory Responsibility:
The foreman is the supervising member of the crew. He has demonstrated a high proficiency level in all tasks related with tower site construction. He has also established a high level of responsibility and accountability for himself and those under him. Foremen are expected to participate, supervise, and oversee all work tasks performed on site, inspecting each phase as required, ensuring the quality of the installation pertaining to tower erection, coax & waveguide installation, connector fitting, weather proofing, antenna assembly, installation/grounding systems and all other procedures related to the industry.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.
Frequent work in adverse weather conditions
Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position that is +/- 500 feet.
Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
On a constant basis, employee must lift, carry, and maneuver heavy or awkward objects weighing 50lbs or more.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Daily travel within the Company’s geographical footprint and possible extended stays at external destinations. Travel time can be anywhere from three to six weeks at a time, with appropriate breaks.
Frequently required to use hand and power tools
Qualifications
Required Knowledge:
Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. CDL Class A certification a plus
Must be able to pass a background check for government security clearances
General tower and fall protection safety knowledge and ability to utilize 100% tie off techniques at all times
Ability to properly inspect and use PPE
Construction and maintenance experience of Self-Support and Guyed towers, monopoles and antenna structures
Basic Rigging ability to utilize the proper ropes, blocks and tackles. Gin pole experience preferred
Knowledge of using transits, compass, set azimuths to standard engineering processes
Antenna alignment tool experience
Install wireless antenna mounts and antennas for microwave and cellular communication systems
Sweep & PIM testing experience. Anritsu gear preferred
Fiber scope and ODTR testing experience
Equipment certifications; forklifts and boom lifts
Must have complete knowledge on use and care of basic hand tools and power tools
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