Tower Foreman

Pillar Innovations•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The Tower Foreman – Wireless Services safely and efficiently completes equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communications sites, both on the ground and at elevated heights, without direct supervision. The position leads and mentors a team of up to six members and performs work at commercial and industrial locations. The foreman represents Pillar Innovations professionally and courteously and works primarily from an assigned location. The schedule is flexible and may involve extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. The position reports to the Construction Manager – Wireless Services.

Requirements

At least 5 years of wireless communications industry experience is preferred, including the ability to manage multiple projects, customers, and personnel.
At least 4 years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, and wireless carriers is preferred.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to follow strict job safety standards and properly use specialized personal protective equipment.
Strong problem-resolution and customer-interaction skills.
Possess or obtain OSHA 30 Training Certificate within 6 months of hire or promotion.
Maintain certifications in courses such as Authorized/Competent Climber, Authorized/Competent Rescuer, ANSI A10.48 Rigging, Capstan Operations, RF Awareness, OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, and other required certifications.
Knowledge and ability to perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections, and site audits.
Proficiency operating RF sweep, PIM, and fiber-testing equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and implement tower rigging plans and deploy complex rigging setups to safely hoist heavy loads.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required.
Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Suite applications.
Willingness to learn and take on new tasks and skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions.
Familiarity with accounting and costing practices, including budgeting, invoicing, purchase orders, and accounts payable.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to supervise a team of up to six technicians.
Ability to complete a thorough background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening, and participate in random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion testing as required.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of wireless communications industry experience.
At least 4 years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, and wireless carriers.

Responsibilities

Build customer infrastructure, including tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks.
Read, interpret, and edit construction drawings, RF data sheets, structural and mount analyses, tower modification drawings, and other site documents.
Complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades safely, including work at elevated heights.
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality issues.
Observe and report potential compound or equipment defects and hazards.
Document job costs, labor hours, and materials accurately and promptly.
Follow instructions and complete assigned work according to the scope and methods of procedures.
Complete material inventory upon delivery and perform pre-work and post-work site audits.
Obtain written customer approval for change orders.
Operate RF sweep, PIM, and fiber-testing equipment.
Train and mentor Wireless Services team members and lead a team of up to six.
Perform and oversee site work activities as required or directed, while participating in the work as an active team member.
Assist management with scheduling labor, materials, and other job tasks and with project execution and completion documentation.
Develop and execute rigging plans for hoisting operations in accordance with industry standards.
Assist management in preparing reports based on field observations.
Ensure projects are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
Perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections, and site audits.
Provide management with feedback on employee performance, production, placement, and performance reviews.

Benefits

Employee ownership through an ESOP that works through a qualified retirement plan.
Comprehensive benefits.
Health and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability.
Paid time off and holidays.
Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation for out-of-town work.
On-the-job mentoring and training.
Internal job postings and defined career-path advancement.
Performance and salary reviews.
Employee feedback program.
Bonuses and incentives for working safely.
Company-provided tools and basic safety equipment.
PPE allowances with no vendor restrictions.
Weekly pay, with premium pay for Sundays and holidays.
Financial tools and programs to support financial goals, money management, debt reduction, and saving.
Scholarship opportunities for dependent children.