Tower Foreman

InfraServices • Vista, CA

7d • $27 - $36

About The Position

The Foreman oversees all aspects of wireless tower construction and maintenance at assigned job sites. This hands-on leadership role directs field crews installing, troubleshooting, and repairing wireless infrastructure while ensuring work is safe, efficient, and compliant with customer and company standards. The Foreman coordinates resources, trains and mentors technicians, and keeps job sites operating smoothly from start to finish.

The position involves climbing communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet, frequent travel to job sites (including overnight stays), and working outdoors in demanding conditions. Travel may be away from home up to 75% of the time and can include weekends or extended travel. The role may require long and unpredictable hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or related trade school education.
• Five years of experience in wireless tower construction, maintenance, or field services.
• Two years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead crews and deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget.
• Competent Climber/Rescue Certification from an accredited institution.
• OSHA 30 Construction Training Card.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Competent Rigging and Hoisting Certification.
• Additional relevant certifications may be required depending on the work scope, such as NWSA, Hazcom, Bloodborne Pathogen, or RF Safety certifications.
• Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Expert knowledge of wireless communication infrastructure and equipment, construction techniques, and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in tower climbing, rigging, antenna and line installation, and advanced sweep, fiber, and PIM testing.
• Ability to interpret RF data, construction drawings, and customer specifications.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Competence with GPS, test equipment, and site audit tools.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, team-building, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented approach focused on safety, quality, and accountability; follows and enforces safety protocols and installation procedures.
• Ability to manage time and resources efficiently, solve problems, adapt to changing site priorities, and lead, teach, train, and motivate staff.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and identifying process enhancements.
• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening.
• Valid driver's license and driving record meeting company requirements.
• Ability to climb vertically and pull one's own body weight, tools, and equipment up to 500 feet, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and grasp materials and tools with both hands.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including fall-protection harness, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Ability to work at heights wearing a safety harness while maintaining a combined weight of 130 to 310 pounds, including body weight, clothing, equipment, and tools, in accordance with industry fall-protection standards.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform tower rescues and participate in safety drills and training exercises.
• Comfort working in confined spaces and at varying elevations.
• Ability to work long and unpredictable hours and in outdoor environments with extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, or snow.
• Ability to travel away from home up to 75% of the time, including weekends and extended travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily tower crew activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity.
• Climb and perform work on communication towers and elevated structures up to 500 feet as required.
• Lead on-site safety efforts and ensure crew members follow safety protocols and participate in meetings and briefings.
• Lead installation, testing, and maintenance of antennas, radios, hybrid cables, connectors, and mounts.
• Interpret construction documents and RF specifications and ensure installations are complete and accurate to scope.
• Manage job-site logistics, materials, schedules, and documentation.
• Perform and oversee advanced sweep, fiber, and PIM testing and troubleshooting.
• Ensure proper rigging and hoisting practices and inspect equipment and tools for safe use.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure work meets customer and company standards.
• Oversee tracking of on-site inventory and materials and replenish project supplies as needed.
• Maintain and inspect rigging, hoisting, and climbing equipment for proper use and safety.
• Communicate job status, issues, and changes to management.
• Complete required documentation, including daily reports, job safety observations, quality checklists, and site photos.
• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Keep job sites clean and organized and ensure tools, materials, and waste are properly handled and disposed of.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate tower technicians at all levels.
• Travel regularly to job sites, potentially including overnight stays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, with additional voluntary benefits available.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, and company holidays.
• Paid parental and maternity leave.
• Military differential pay.
• Employee referral program.
• Company discount program.
• Legal assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED