Tower - Foreman

Ontivity•Little Rock, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tower Foreman leads the erection, construction, and maintenance of communication tower sites. The role supports the Construction Manager and Project Manager in supervising tower crew personnel and ensures compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety procedures. This is a safety-sensitive, full-time field position that directly supervises up to four tower crew personnel. Work is typically Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some overtime. Weekly travel is required, usually 50–90% of the time, and may involve travel out of market or state for up to several months at a time. The foreman supervises tower-site work, leads crew members, and helps ensure safe, quality installation of tower structures, antennas, transmission lines, cabling, grounding, and related equipment. The role also includes job-site coordination, safety meetings and documentation, closeout photography, tool and equipment upkeep, and mentoring crew members. The position requires climbing and working at heights up to 500 feet, physical work in varied weather conditions, and the ability to meet fall-protection requirements. Ontivity describes itself as one of the largest critical infrastructure construction companies in the Eastern United States, serving commercial, government, industrial, and enterprise clients, with a recognized presence in telecommunications. The company offers competitive pay and a benefits package intended to support employee well-being.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience climbing towers, stacking, rigging, or related work.
Ability to work in a team environment and contribute as a valued crew member.
Ability to operate aerial lifts, man lifts, and aerial platform equipment.
Ability to read and understand drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specifications, and testing procedures.
Successful completion of Safety in Rigging/Competent Rigger coursework and industrial First Aid and Rescue Training.
Must have or obtain OSHA 10-hour training certification.
RF Awareness Certification.
Ability to troubleshoot and correct mechanical or low-voltage electrical connections.
Exceptional knowledge of fall-protection practices and procedures and tower life-saving techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and by email with team members and clients.
Ability to lead a crew and maintain a positive attitude in work-related settings.
Self-motivated, willing to learn, and able to demonstrate leadership and coaching skills, including competence in conflict and crisis management.
Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions and to work independently or as part of a team.
Must be in good physical condition and able to routinely bend, squat, climb, kneel, push, pull, lift 50 pounds or more (including in awkward positions), stand, and twist for extended periods.
Ability to climb and work at heights up to 500 feet for long periods and meet the physical requirements of ANSI Z359 for fall-protection gear.
Ability to repeatedly pull one's body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower for long periods.
Willingness to travel out of market or state for up to several months at a time; weekly travel is typically 50–90%.
Willingness to work long and unpredictable hours and in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Must pass pre-employment screening, including a DOT physical, background check, and drug/alcohol testing, and participate in the random testing program.
Valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicles.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-hour training certification is preferred.
Related trade school education.
Commercial driver's license (CDL).

Responsibilities

Put safety first and production second.
Supervise on-site tower activities within the scope of work, including day and night work.
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop crew members; set clear expectations and goals.
Lead work at tower height and oversee safe, quality rigging, hoisting, landing, fastening, and load-hopping.
Lead installation of tower-top equipment, including masts, supports, antennas, RRUs, and cabling; ensure correct azimuth, torque, labeling, documentation, and plumb and tilt readings.
Perform and oversee coax, fiber, line, and hybrid cable installation, connector installation, weatherproofing, color-coding, labeling, and related testing assistance.
Connect coax feedlines and jumpers according to piping diagrams and ensure adequate support and fastening.
Complete grounding, terminations, fastening, bolting, antioxidant application, lead support, and cadwelding as required.
Assist with site construction and installation to customer specifications, complete daily Jobsite Hazard Assessment forms, support crew work, and maintain vehicles and equipment.
Uphold safety and quality-control requirements, mentor less experienced crew members in safety awareness, and lead safety meetings when required.
Photograph work-related tasks for closeout packages.
Assist with coordination, preparation, and cleanup of job sites.
Help lead assembly of monopoles, self-supporting and guyed towers, and rooftop installations.
Assist with installation of microwave parabolic antennas from 1 to 15 feet, VHF, UHF, cellular, and FM broadcast antennas.
Lead transmission-line installation.
Continue working toward training and certifications for tower-related work.
Maintain tool inventory and perform daily job-site upkeep.
Perform other duties as assigned.