Foreman | Contremaître (Rigger)

WesTower Communications Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Living allowances

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits

RSP matching

Stock options

Job summary

WesTower Communications Ltd. is seeking a Foreman - Aerial Field Technician to lead our field crews in wireless infrastructure projects. You will supervise tower and site installations, coordinate with project management and customers, and ensure safety and quality across all field operations.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years of wireless/cell-site installation experience, strong safety practices, and the ability to read engineered drawings. Extensive travel across Alberta and Canada is required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a field crew overseeing wireless/cell-site work.
• 2–5 years in Wireless/Cell Site Installation roles.
• Strong safety discipline and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage field crew safety and on-site workflows.
• Daily communication with project management and customers.
• Supervise tower and cell-site installation activities.
• Oversee antenna modifications and additions.
• Troubleshoot equipment to locate transmission faults.
• Complete timesheets and travel across provinces.

Skills

Crew management

Wireless/cell site installation

Safety procedures

Telecom troubleshooting

Reading engineered drawings

Outdoor endurance

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join our growing team at WesTower Communications Ltd. as a Foreman - Aerial Field Technician!

We are Canada’s largest wireless/wireline network service contractor, offering Engineering, Design, Fabrication, Construction, Project Management, and Maintenance Services for wireless telecommunication carriers and independent tower operators. We aim to positively impact the Telecom industry nationwide and seek excellence in all aspects of our business.

At WesTower Communications Ltd., we not only offer competitive wages, paid-out living allowances, paid holidays, comprehensive benefits, RSP matching, and stock options, but also provide ample opportunities to develop your skillset further and grow your career. We believe in investing in our employees, and we're excited to see you reach new heights with us.

Job Description

• Responsible for managing field crew safely
• Daily communication with project management and customers on-site
• Supervise tower and cell-site installation
• Supervise antenna modifications/adds
• Troubleshoot equipment to locate the transmission faults
• Completing timesheets
• Extensive travel throughout the province and country

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing a crew
• 2-5 years of previous experience with Wireless/ Cell Site Installation
• Strong safety skillset or background
• Telecom troubleshooting experience required
• Ability to interpret engineered drawings and knowledge of fibre and DC drawings
• Demonstrate strong adherence to safety procedures
• Good physical condition and comfortable working at heights
• Willing to work outdoors and be exposed to all types of weather
• Must be authorized to work in Canada
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Clean Criminal record
• Maintain a professional working relationship with co-workers and clients
• Must be reliable, trustworthy, and have a positive attitude!

At WesTower Communications Ltd., we value diversity and inclusion. We recognize that it is our people who drive the success of our business, and we welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to accommodating prospective employees. We proudly offer a drug-free workplace with a zero-tolerance safety program, ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and valued.