Job Description

We are assisting our client in Telecommunications and Cabling Services in finding an RF Lead and Foreman.

Our client is one of the industry’s leading company in installation and maintenance and they provide turnkey solutions in the telecommunications industry. This is a full-time position and is a direct hire.

RF/Tower Lead’s job is to assist in overseeing job sites and construction projects including goal setting and organization of activities to ensure objectives are met. The incumbent assists the Foreman in managing Crew Members and Subcontractors efforts to complete tasks on time, on budget, and to the customers’ satisfaction.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-3+ years of related experience as an RF/Tower Lead or similar role
• Good attitude
• Willingness to get the job done
• Valid Driver's License
• Operate with accountability and honesty
• Basic technical understanding of the work being managed and performed by the team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workflow changes.
• Ability to provide work direction and lead crew members with differing backgrounds, skills and personalities.
• Ability to prepare and schedule step-by-step action plans.
• Able to perform trade specific tasks and operate tools and equipment as needed.
• Willing to climb 250+ feet in all weather conditions
• Understanding of radio frequency, wireless systems including RRH’s, antennas, Diplexers, TMA’s, 4G & 5G networks, and familiarity with all carrier standards
• Ability to install, decommission, assemble, and modify telecom equipment.
• Ability to prepare radios, set RET’s, azimuths, down tilts, pull wire, build jumpers, and terminate coax and line voltages
• Understands specific cable routing including proficiency in cable management/layout
• Ability to work out of aerial lift equipment
• Basic knowledge of crane and of crane signals.
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schematics and SOW
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate effectively, clearly and succinctly through spoken and written forms with peers, and management. Able to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
• Working knowledge of construction, quality, safety and OSHA guidelines.

· Overnight travel is frequently required in this position (hotel and per diem paid).

· Ability to work some weekends and/or nights

· Proficient use and care of hand tools and mechanical equipment.

· Use of hand tools and mechanical equipment.

· Year-round outdoor work is consistently required in this position.

· Overnight travel is frequently required in this position (hotel and per diem paid).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assist the Foreman in leading and providing work direction to staff.

· Direct the completion of daily tasks per SOW.

· Identify and report observations which affect the project schedule, budget, quality and safety and completion, including scope of work changes.

· Communicate the daily goals with the crew and delegate tasks to crew members appropriately to their skill set. Provide feedback on performance.

· Submit all required daily/weekly/monthly reports and documents (JSA, receipts, inspections, audits, other documents as assigned).

· Coordinate management tasks with the Foreman.

· Ensure team members follow safety requirements and plans, work safely, and properly wear PPE.

· Verify all materials needed to complete the work are at the job site when needed, identify missing materials, work with the Foreman to report any missing materials needed to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

· Inventory job site materials at the beginning and end of each project.

· Ensure truck, trailer, tools, and equipment are inspected and used properly, kept organized and in working condition.

· Ensure the job site is clean and safe while working each day onsite, and when the job is completed

· Perform crew and team member duties when needed.

· Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· You must be able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, climb stairs, walk on uneven ground.

· There is constant lifting of 50 pounds. Lifting also entails reaching at, above and below shoulder height.

WORK SCHEDULE:

· Must be able to work and maintain a flexible work schedule that includes irregular hours, shift work, weekends, overtime, and holidays.

· Typically, 8 hours a day 5 days a week

· Night work is common

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

· Competitive Salary

· Paid time off

· Medical Insurance

· Paid Holidays

· Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, and life insurance benefits

· 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution 2.5%

· Free Gym Membership

· Safety training (OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Tower Climbing, JDSU, Man Lift Certification, etc.)

· Annual Boot Allowance

· Multistate / Multisite

· Employee discount tickets (theme park, Movies, Restaurant, Flights, trips, etc.)

Pay range: DOE and on either Lead or Foreman role