Tower Crew Lead

Ontivity’s Lead Tower Hand is responsible for leading efforts in the erection, construction, and maintenance of communication tower sites. This role provides support to the Foreman/Construction Manager and Project Manager in the supervision of all tower crew personnel. Ensuring all OSHA requirements and company safety procedures are followed.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Lead work on tower top, looking after all aspects of work while on the tower, ensuring that a safe and quality installation has been performed, including rigging, hoisting, landing, fastening, load-hopping, etc.  

• Installation of up-top equipment including masts, clamping, bracing, supports, antennas, RRUs, cabling, bolting, true-ing up, shooting proper azimuth within tolerances, reading maps and a compass, torqueing to spec, labeling, picture-taking, documentation, plumb and tilt readings with smart level, etc. Assist with integrating all closeout requirements are an absolute must.  

• Perform coax, fiber, line, and hybrid cable installations, connector installation, sweep and test assisting, weather proofing, color-coding, labeling, etc. connect coax feedlines and jumpers per piping diagrams, and support and fasten adequately for a quality, lasting installation.  

• Complete grounding, terminations, fastening, proper bolting and antioxidant use, support of leads, cadwelding as required, etc.  

• Assist with overall tasks required to build and install a site per customer specs, maintain safe work environment, daily use and completion of Jobsite Hazard Assessment (JHA) forms, assisting with overall crew work, maintenance of vehicles and equipment, etc.  

• Ensure highest level of safety and quality control requirements are upheld and mentor less experienced crew members in safety awareness  

• Able to photograph work related tasks as needed for close out packages  

• Assist in the coordination, preparation, and cleaning of job sites  

• Help lead the efforts in the assembly of monopole, self-support guyed towers and roof tops  

• Assist in the antenna installation of microwave parabolic 1 to 15ft, VHF, UHF, cellular and FM broadcast antennas is required  

• Lead the transmission line and installation  

• Must be willing to continue to work towards training and certifications for tower related work  

• Must know how to read and understand drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specs, testing procedures, etc.  

• Able to lead safety meeting as required  

• Responsible for tool inventory and daily upkeep of the job site  

• Other duties as assigned  

Physical Demands  

• Must be able to climb and perform work at various heights, up to 500 feet, for long periods of time and multiple times  

• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 50 pounds; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes  

• Must be able to pull his/her own body weight plus equipment weight up a vertical tower repeatedly for long periods of time  

• Must be willing to travel out of market/state for up to several weeks at a time (50-90%)  

• Must pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing; participate in random testing program  

• May be required to work long and unpredictable hours  

• Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather  

• Must possess valid driver’s license and are required to drive company vehicles. A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is a plus  

Minimum Qualifications  

• Ability to operate aerial lifts, man lifts, skid steers and aerial platform equipment  

• Successful completion of Safety in Rigging/Competent Rigger coursework required  

• Completion of Industrial First Aid and Rescue Training  

• OSHA 10hr Training Certification/OSHA 30hr preferred  

• RF Awareness Certification  

• Ability to troubleshoot and correct mechanical or LV electrical connections  

• Exceptional knowledge of Fall Protection practice and procedures and tower life saving techniques  

Soft Skills  

• Communicate effectively in person, by phone and radio with Supervisor, Foreman and co-workers  

• Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions  

• Ability to work well independently and with a team as required  

• Must be able to lead crew in support of Foreman  

Supervisory Requirements  

This position will directly supervise up to 4 tower crew personnel.  

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work  

This is a full-time position with a typical schedule of Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with overtime requirements.  

Travel  

Extensive travel is required for this position. Usually between 50 to 90% of the time.  

Required Education and Experience  

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); related trade school education preferred  

• Three years’ experience in climbing towers, stacking, rigging, etc.  

Our Benefits  

Ontivity offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to enhance all aspects of our employees’ well-being. In addition to competitive pay; our benefits package includes:  

• Health, dental, and vision plans (for team members and their families)  

• Financial planning through our 401(k) program  

• Additional benefits including life and disability insurance  

Ontivity encourages a healthy lifestyle by providing paid time off to our valued team members. 

EEO Statement: 

Ontivity provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability and genetics.  In addition to federal law requirements, Ontivity complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Ontivity expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information disability or veteran status.  Improper interference with the ability of Ontivity’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.