Tower - Foreman

Ontivity•Colorado Springs, CO

10d

About The Position

Ontivity is seeking a Tower Foreman to supervise and participate in tower-site construction, installation, maintenance, and modification work. The Foreman plans and schedules crew activities, manages job profitability and deadlines, and is responsible for the crew’s safety and workmanship. The role includes installing antennas, mounts, cable ladders, and cable; participating in new tower construction; performing tower maintenance; troubleshooting electronic components; and mentoring and training tower technicians. The Foreman oversees work at each phase of a site installation, including tower erection, coax and waveguide installation, connector fitting, weatherproofing, antenna assembly, and installation and grounding systems. Responsibilities also include conducting tailgate meetings, completing paperwork and crew records, ensuring daily PPE inspections, and maintaining company vehicles and trailers. The role requires ongoing industry learning and a professional, team-oriented approach. Work involves frequent exposure to adverse weather, regular use of hand and power tools, daily travel within the company’s geographic footprint, and possible trips lasting three to six weeks with appropriate breaks. Candidates must be willing to travel and work a non-structured schedule, including long hours and weekends. Ontivity provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain DOT physical certification.
Ability to pass a background check for government security clearances.
General tower and fall-protection safety knowledge, including ability to use 100% tie-off techniques at all times.
Ability to properly inspect and use PPE.
Construction and maintenance experience with self-support and guyed towers, monopoles, and antenna structures.
Basic rigging ability, including use of appropriate ropes, blocks, and tackles.
Knowledge of using transits and a compass and setting azimuths according to standard engineering processes.
Experience with antenna alignment tools.
Ability to install wireless antenna mounts and antennas for microwave and cellular communication systems.
Sweep and PIM testing experience.
Fiber scope and OTDR testing experience.
Basic knowledge and understanding of DOT driver qualifications.
Willingness to travel and work a non-structured schedule, including long hours and weekends.
Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, able to learn efficiently, and team oriented.
OSHA 30 certification.
Competent Climber certification.
Competent Rescue certification.
First Aid/CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Tower construction, antenna and line installation, microwave installation, or tower modification experience.
CDL Class A certification.
Gin pole experience.
Experience using Anritsu testing equipment.

Responsibilities

Plan and schedule work activities to use assigned crew members and equipment efficiently.
Manage crew profitability and meet job schedule completion dates.
Ensure the quality and safety of the crew’s work on job sites.
Install antennas, mounts, cable ladders, cable, and related equipment.
Participate in new tower construction and perform routine or special tower maintenance.
Conduct tailgate meetings and complete required paperwork.
Ensure crew members complete daily PPE inspections before climbing.
Prepare crew timesheets, expense reports, safety logs, and vehicle logs.
Keep the company vehicle and trailer clean and presentable.
Troubleshoot electronic components at cell and microwave sites and lighting systems.
Recognize safety hazards and perform work safely, including use of 100% tie-off techniques.
Maintain a professional working attitude with coworkers and customers.
Continue industry education and develop industry knowledge.
Mentor and train tower technicians.
Supervise and oversee on-site work, inspect phases as required, and ensure installation quality.
Oversee tower erection, coax and waveguide installation, connector fitting, weatherproofing, antenna assembly, and installation and grounding systems.