Tiger Team Foreman

Overview

As a Tiger Team Foreman for our Ohio market, you will lead a specialized crew responsible for tower and ground operations, sweep testing, tower maintenance and installation, coax and antenna installation, required RF testing, and related field responsibilities in accordance with OSHA safety guidelines. This role requires strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, as you will be the point person for identifying issues, directing corrective actions, and ensuring safe, efficient, high‑quality work.

You will coordinate daily with customers, subcontractors, and internal leadership, communicating progress, challenges, and site conditions. You will also provide training, guidance, and work leadership to subordinate climbers and tower technicians to maximize safety, productivity, and quality while managing costs.

To excel in this role, you must be able to climb towers and work at heights up to 500 feet while performing manual labor in outdoor environments. You must have basic computer skills and the ability to complete required paperwork on time. Experience in the telecommunications industry is strongly preferred, along with the following:

• Ability to travel extensively, including overtime, evenings, and weekends
• Valid driver's license and ability to qualify as an approved company driver
• Prior experience with LTE upgrades and related technologies
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA safety and quality guidelines, tools, and telecom construction practices
• Demonstrated understanding of crane signals
• Ability to perform tower rescues
• Ability to train and develop subordinate staff
• Strong understanding of complex rigging procedures, working load limits, weatherproofing, tower precon, and advanced cathead operations
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and RFDS
• Knowledge of antenna/equipment mounting and rigging procedures
• Knowledge of carriers, color codes, and routing guidelines
• Ability to direct tower‑top troubleshooting
• Ability to configure RETs
• Ability to complete JSAs, conduct tailgate meetings, and lead a tiger team
• Ability to use a compass and understand declination
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Ability to drive and back a truck/trailer confidently
• Ability to perform vehicle inspections and complete daily DOT paperwork
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pass all required pre‑employment screenings (background check, DOT inspection, drug screen)

The following licenses/certifications are also required and may be completed "in-house:" /p>

• Com Train certification
• OSHA 30 certification
• TTT1 certification
• Connector training
• First Aid/CPR certification
• PIM certification and ability to operate PIM gear
• Sweep certification and ability to operate sweep gear
• Fiber certification and ability to operate fiber gear
• Ability to obtain a DOT physical card

At Heights Tower Service, our mission is to provide quality products and outstanding services to our customers, to treat our customers and employees in a respectful and friendly manner, and to be a positive influence in the community. We are dedicated to developing our employees, both personally and professionally. Our goal is to provide a dynamic work environment with opportunities for training, education, and guidance wherever possible.

Safety is a top priority at HTS, and all our employees participate in required safety training and routine safety meetings; engage in ongoing rescue practice; complete certification programs; and receive consistent supervised monitoring. In addition, we offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401k plan with company match, 6 paid holidays and paid time off (eligibility and waiting periods apply), referral bonuses, company outings, and weekly pay.

HTS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Successful applicants will be able to complete all required pre-employment processes, including a background check, drug screen, and DOT inspection (if driving is a requirement for the role to which you've applied).