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WesTower Communications Ltd.; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

WesTower Communications Ltd. is hiring for a hands-on field role in the Surrey area. The position involves supervising crew members, reviewing drawings with the Crew Lead, and ensuring safety and readiness of tools and materials.

The role requires outdoor work in varying weather and a valid Canadian driver’s license. Compensation is hourly and commensurate with experience. The candidate will train less experienced team members, work with forepersons on daily tasks, and help prepare for

Qualifications

• 4 years basic knowledge of Wireless construction
• Rigging experience
• Tower Build Experience
• Gin Pole Experience
• Experience with cranes
• Telecom systems experience (e.g., TELUS/Bell/Rogers)
• Ability to teach others
• Strong safety adherence
• Physically capable for outdoor work

Responsibilities

• Review scope of work and construction drawings with the Crew Lead
• Supervise crew members on site
• Assist foreperson and run top part of jobs daily
• Verify materials, tools and equipment on site
• Inspect equipment and PFAS prior to use
• Attend daily tailgate safety meetings
• Document final work with photos and upload records
• Keep site clean and orderly throughout the project
• Prepare for next job

Job description

Job Description

• Review the scope of work and construction drawings with the Crew Lead.
• Teach less experienced team members.
• Supervise and direct crew members when working.
• The ability to collaborate with the crew foreperson and run/oversee the top part of the jobs daily and fill in when the foreperson is away or off site.
• Aid in verifying that all materials for the project are brought to the job site.
• Verify that all the tools, equipment, and stocked supplies on your work vehicle are available and in working order.
• Check the oil and fluids of each work vehicle.
• Inspect each piece of equipment in your charge before use.
• Inspect all PFAS (personal fall arrest systems) prior to climbing (assist in preparation of JHA).
• Attend a daily tailgate meeting to address daily tasks and safety issues.
• Report any safety concerns to the Crew Lead and/or Safety Coordinator.
• Take direction from the Crew Lead to build the job following the scope of work/construction drawings.
• Report any deviations from the scope of work/construction drawings to the Crew Lead.
• Keep the site clean and orderly throughout the whole project.
• Take pictures of final work and upload all documentation to our internal system.
• Clean out truck(s) and trailer(s) after each job and put materials and equipment away.
• Begin preparations for next job.

Qualifications

• 4 years basic knowledge of Wireless construction and tool manipulation.
• Rigging experience.
• Tower Build Experience an asset.
• Gin Pole Experience an asset.
• Experience working with and around cranes.
• TELUS/Bell/Rogers/Freedom cellular systems experience.
• Ability and willingness to teach and develop less experienced team members.
• Telecom troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineered drawings and knowledge of fiber and DC drawings.
• Knowledge of OTDR, sweep test equipment, and fiber fusion.
• 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.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license is needed.
• 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 dependable, trustworthy and have a positive attitude!
• $25-43 per hour (wage is dependent on experience)

At WesTower Communications Ltd. you can expect fair treatment. We recognize that it is our people who drive the success of our business, so we make it our priority to foster inclusive work environments welcomed to 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.