Crew Leader; Nationwide

Description

Tower Communications Expert (TCE) is a leader in the telecommunications industry offering top quality telecommunication services for our customers. We construct, service, and maintain telecommunications towers and install, upgrade and maintain other telecommunications solutions including small cells, fiber and microwave. We challenge ourselves every day to exceed industry standards for safety, quality, performance, and customer service. We continuously improve ourselves through training, innovation, and our relentless drive to keep people connected.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Crew Leader directs all tower technicians on the job site and ensures the timeliness, quality, and safety of the project. Crew Leaders must have 2-3 years of tower technician experience and the ability to manage crews.

Responsibilities and Duties:

As a Crew Leader the duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, delegate tasks, direct and supervise entire crew (leadership and management skills)
• Conduct pre-project meetings and complete all required paperwork
• Assess safety hazards and ensure all work is performed following all safety rules and regulations
• Effectively train and mentor crew members
• Direct successful completion of all scope of work assigned according to construction requirements and quality standards, and within the time frame allotted
• Provide troubleshooting and support for integration tasks
• Perform administrative tasks including timesheet submittals, daily reports, expense reports, materials list, etc.
• Perform punch-walks and submit close out package information
• Take responsibility and care for all company equipment, vehicles, and tools
• Investigate and report all accidents/incidents to management and safety department; suggest and implement corrective actions
• Contribute to performance reviews for crews, motivate, and provide constructive feedback

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life/Accidental Death Insurance
• Company contributions to Health & Dental Insurance
• Three (3) Unpaid Sick days per year
• Vacation Program, starting with 1 week first year
• $45 daily per diem when working away
• Robust Referral Program
• Rewards Program
• Vast advancement opportunities through our Training and Career development programs
• A shared hotel room provided when working away

Expected hours: 40 - 60 per week

Work Location: On the road

Physical Setting: Construction site & outdoor work

Schedule: Monday to Friday;
Overtime;
Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities;
Overtime pay

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with all major carriers (TMOBILE, Verizon, AT&T)
• OSHA 30 (Best to Have)
• NWSA TT1, TT2, Foreman (Preferred)
• Comtrain and Rigging
• Knowledge and experience using test Equipment, ODM, PIM, Anritsu, OTDR
• Microsoft Office or Google Suite Experience
• Ability to work with advanced hand/power tools, testing equipment, alignment tools
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to lead the crew to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Ability to read SA and other paperwork
• Must have necessary work tools for Crew Leader position
• Must be able to travel away from home for up to 4-6 weeks at a time
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record or CDL
• Ability to operate truck and trailer

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb and work on the towers, poles, buildings (no fear of heights)
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 70 pounds
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully
• Must be able to work in inclement weather (snow, rain, heat, high winds, etc.), long hours and variety of shifts (including night work)
• Must be able to pass ongoing drug screen testing