Tower Foreman

Meridian Blue Construction; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety gear provided

Nightly per diem

Hotels paid

Medical/dental

401k with match

Paid training

Job summary

Meridian Blue is seeking safety-conscious, hardworking individuals to advance their careers in wireless telecommunications. Tower Foremen lead crews to safely construct, install, and maintain towers and support structures, a vital part of Meridian Blue.

Eligible applicants will have at least 4 years of industry experience and two years of foreman experience. Pay is negotiable based on experience. Travel up to 4 weeks at a time, overtime and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of industry experience, incl. 2 years as Foreman.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass background check, DOT physical and drug testing.
• CPR/First Aid AED, OSHA 30, RF Safety Awareness, Competent Climber certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew daily to complete work safely and on time.
• Communicate schedules, scope changes, and status to team and client.
• Manage on-site tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ensure safety and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Operate/testing tools as necessary (RF/telecom equipment).
• Maintain documentation: daily reports, JSAs, time sheets.

Skills

MS Office

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Tools

Anritsu

Andrew

PIM

JDSU

Azimuth

Job description

Meridian Blue is seeking safety-conscious, hardworking, and dependable individuals who want to advance their careers in the wireless telecommunications industry. Tower Foremen are responsible for leading a crew in daily operations to safely construct, install, and maintain communication towers and support structures and are a vital part of Meridian Blue. Eligible applicants will have at least 4 years of industry experience and two years of foreman experience.

Pay is negotiable, based on experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, But Are Not Limited To)

• Leadership: Must be able to arrive at work prepared each day to effectively lead your team in the safe and timely completion of quality work. Set an example to your crew by following company policies and procedures, especially as it relates to safety requirements. Manage the on-site day-to-day tasks and the entire scope of work for each job assignment with little to no supervision.
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with your crew, supervisor, and the customer - schedules, changes in the scope of work, redlines, status, personnel issues, etc.
• Time Management: Must be punctual, prepared, and ready for what the day may bring - and make sure your crew is too.
• Safety: Knowledge and recognition of the hazards associated with tower construction and how to manage a crew to perform the work safely in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations - regardless of the structure/setting.
• Testing/Troubleshooting: Must be capable of utilizing Anritsu, Andrew, PIM, JDSU, Azimuth, antenna, and other equipment as necessary.
• Teamwork: Must be able to give direction, delegate tasks, adapt quickly, work in a team environment, and reinforce company culture at all times.
• Administrative: Ability to complete various administrative tasks and paperwork including daily reporting, JSAs, customer/job-status documentation, crew time-sheets, close-out documentation/deliverables, identify materials and other resources needed to complete projects, red-lines, incident reports, and performance reviews, etc.
• Heights: Ability & willingness to climb towers, when necessary, at heights up to 500 feet, and work freely.
• Travel: Willingness to work overtime and travel from home (including out-of-state) for up to 4 weeks at a time and weekends.
• Skills:
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Ability to create and complex maintain spreadsheets and documents.
  • Must be able to document and present work in a clear and concise manner
  • Highly organized and detail orientated
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational, administrative, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Above average analytical skills
  • Time management skills; must be able to meet deadlines

Qualifications

• 4 years of industry experience, including two years of Foreman experience
• Ability to lead all facets of tower work while on-site
• The ability for weekend and evening work at all times
• Valid drivers' license with reliable transportation
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Math and computer skills
• Ability to read blueprints and other customer documents
• Ability to read, understand, and follow company policies
• Ability to pass a background check, DOT physical, and abide by Company Drug Testing Policy
• Ability to pass and maintain CPR/First Aid AED, OSHA 30, RF Radiation Safety Awareness, Competent Climber Certifications

Physical Requirements

Tower Foremen are generally assigned to work in industrial/construction work environments. Essential job functions and environmental factors when working in these settings include, but are not limited to the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Regular heavy lifting/carrying of 50+ pounds, pulling (straight and hand-over-hand), pushing, reaching/using tools above shoulder/head, repetitive hand movements: use of fingers/both hands, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, squatting, bending, ability to work at heights up to 500 feet, climbing, operation of truck/heavy machinery, ability to distinguish basic colors, operation of power/hand tools, read documents & maps (in English). Working outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme temperatures (cold & heat).

Benefits

• Safety Equipment/Gear Provided
• Nightly Per Diem
• Drive Time Paid
• Hotels Paid
• Medical/Dental
• HSA w/ Company Contribution
• 401k w/ match
• Paid Training/Holidays
• Paid Long/Short Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• $25 monthly Lifestyle Benefit
• Performance Bonuses
• Access to Pro Sports Tickets
• Ride in Brand New GMC Sierra 3500s
• and more!