Tower Foreman
To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the company’s mission, vision, and values. Our mission: We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.
ADB is a nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, and Engineering. Our customer-centric approach has ensured long-term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset, ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our Communities.
About the role
ADB Wireless is seeking a Tower Foreman to lead the day-to-day performance, safety, production, and quality expectations on a variety of wireless tower projects. This position will perform work on communication towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing wireless communications equipment. The Foreman will be a team leader and mentor to various Tower Technicians. The ideal candidate will have extensive wireless technical experience, a strong belief in the safety and well-being of team members, as well as a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude to achieve results.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safety is always being adhered to using proper procedures such as 100% tie off as well as completing daily JSA/toolbox talks
- Work with the Project Manager daily to ensure schedules and budgets are being met
- Verify ordered project materials are accurate and complete reviewing BOMs
- Ability to climb and rescue at 100 feet or more with 50lb. load
- Ability to complete coax, fiber, boom, microwave dishes, antenna, and radio installations
- Responsible for tracking and approving time for all crew members
- Ensures tools and equipment on project sites are always being utilized and maintained responsibly
- Ability to perform PIM, sweep, fiber, and antenna alignment testing on site
- Communicate with customers, providing daily updates and problem resolution
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, RFDS’, port diagrams, and tower/mount structural analysis’
- Complete project required close-out packages and take required photos, sending to management to verify installation has been done properly
- Train and develop Tower Technicians and Tower Foreman according to the Career Advancement Matrix (CAM)
- Performs other position as assigned by leadership
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in the wireless industry
- 2+ years in a Tower Foreman role leading wireless crews
- OSHA30 certification preferred
- Valid driver license with a clean driving record required
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
Skills
- Nationwide travel ability
- A strong belief in ZERO incidents—being safe 100% of the time is the expectation
- Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
- A high level of customer centricity
- Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
- Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced/high-volume environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to review and understand construction drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of public safety and security issues and regulations
- A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
- Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
- Leadership skills—ability to lead and motivate a team to meet project goals
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
Work Environment
- Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, climbing, etc.
- May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels while onsite
- Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, including hot, cold, humidity, and rain through the year
- When working on site, will be required to wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots