Tower Foreman - Morgantown, WV - West Virginia Staffing : Job Details

Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so. We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce. Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

The general role of a Tower Foreman - Wireless Services is to safely and efficiently complete equipment installations, repairs, and upgrades at communications sites both on the ground and at elevated heights without direct supervision. In addition, the Tower Foreman will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of up to 6 members. This work will be performed in both commercial and industrial locations. This individual will represent Pillar Innovations in a safe, professional, and courteous manner. This position will require a flexible schedule which may include extensive travel, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. The Tower Foreman will report to the Construction Manager - Wireless Services and will work primarily out of their assigned location.

• Build customer infrastructure, such as tower erection, expansion, and upgrades to new and existing wireless networks
• Read, interpret, and edit site documents such as construction drawings, radio frequency data sheets, structural analyses, mount analyses, tower modification design drawings, etc.
• Safely and efficiently complete equipment installations and upgrades at elevated heights
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct equipment and network functionality
• Observe and report possible compound/equipment defects or hazards
• Document job costs, including labor hours and material in an accurate and timely manner
• Accurately follow instructions and complete assigned course of action in accordance with scope of work and methods of procedures
• Complete material inventory upon delivery
• Perform pre-work and post-work site audits
• Obtain written customer approval for any change orders
• Operate test equipment (RF sweep gear, PIM, and fiber testing)
• Train and mentor wireless services team members
• Perform and oversee site work activities as required or directed
• Assist management in scheduling of labor, materials, and other job tasks
• Develop and execute rigging plans for hoisting operations per industry standards
• Lead and mentor a team of up to 6 members and participate as an active team member in work being performed
• Assist wireless services management on all aspects of project execution and completion including timely documentation
• Assist wireless services management in writing reports from field observations
• Ensure that projects are completed on schedule while maintaining quality control
• Perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections, and site audits
• Provide ongoing feedback to management regarding employee performance, production, and placement
• Provide feedback and input for employee performance reviews

5+ years of experience in the wireless communications industry with the capacity to understand and manage multiple projects, multiple customers, and personnel preferred with at least 4+ years of experience installing and maintaining cabling, antennas, microwave dishes, tower builds, site inspections, lighting systems, wireless carriers preferred. Valid drivers license required. Ability and attitude to follow rigid job safety standards and properly utilize specialized personal protective equipment. Possess strong problem resolution and customer interaction skills. Possess or obtain OSHA 30 training certificate within 6 months of hire or promotion. Maintain certifications for courses such as: authorized/competent climber, authorized/competent rescuer, ANSI A10.48 rigging certification, capstan operations, RF awareness, OSHA 10, first aid/CPR and other certifications as required. Knowledge and ability to perform tower structural mappings, inventory mappings, maintenance inspections, and site audits.